Town Planner

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Town Planner role in Leeds with a private consultancy, offering a £32,000–£38,000 DOE salary. The position involves managing planning applications, appeals, and site appraisals, while building client relationships and providing expert policy guidance.

You will contribute to business development and work as part of a collaborative team in a niche market. Hybrid working is available, with office-based presence expected in Leeds.

Qualifications

• Degree in Town Planning with RTPI accreditation preferred or working toward it.
• Experience in private or public sector planning processes.
• Proactive, problem-solving approach with enthusiasm for specialist projects.

Responsibilities

• You’ll manage planning applications, appeals, and site appraisals across the consultancy’s specialist sector.
• Build strong relationships with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders.
• Provide expert advice on planning policy, strategies, and development feasibility.
• Contribute to business development and help shape the consultancy’s ongoing success.

Skills

Client relationships

Planning policy

Development feasibility

Business development

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Town Planning

RTPI accreditation (or working toward)

Job description

Town Planner Leeds £32,000 - £38,000 DOE Specialist Private Consultancy

Are you ready to take the next step in your planning career? As a Town Planner with this specialist consultancy in Leeds, you'll play a key role in shaping projects that really make an impact. You'll be joining a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and gives you the opportunity to work on truly unique projects in a niche market.

What you'll be doing

• You’ll manage planning applications, appeals, and site appraisals across the consultancy’s specialist sector.
• You’ll build strong relationships with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders.
• You’ll provide expert advice on planning policy, strategies, and development feasibility.
• You’ll also have the chance to contribute to business development and help shape the consultancy’s ongoing success.

What we're looking for

• You’ll hold a degree in Town Planning or a related field, ideally with RTPI accreditation (or working towards it).
• You’ll already have experience in either the private or public sector, with a solid understanding of the planning process.
• You’ll bring a proactive, problem-solving approach and a real enthusiasm for specialist projects.
• You’ll be confident in building client relationships and communicating effectively.
• You’ll enjoy being part of a collaborative team and are happy to be office-based 5 days a week.

What’s in it for you?

• Specialist expertise - you’ll be part of a consultancy that leads in its niche sector, giving you the chance to develop truly unique knowledge and skills.
• Career growth - you’ll benefit from tailored professional development and mentoring to help you progress.
• Hybrid working - while you’ll spend time in the office, there’s also flexibility to support your work-life balance.
• Great location - you’ll be based in Leeds, a vibrant city with excellent transport links and amenities.