Town Planner in Leeds, West Yorkshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading development firm in Leeds is seeking a Town Planner to join their expanding team. The ideal candidate should have over 2 years of industry experience, either from local authority or consultancy, and be working towards MRTPI status. This role offers a salary between £30,000 and £45,000, plus benefits including a bonus scheme and 25 days annual leave.

Benefits

Salary of £30,000 - £45,000

Bonus scheme after qualifying period

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Free parking and on-site gym

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industry experience in local authority or consultancy.
• Experience supporting planning applications with reports and submissions.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the wider team and carry out site appraisal and evaluations.
• Meet with stakeholders and planning officers.
• Support with planning applications (preparing reports, statements and submissions).
• Liaise with the wider teams across land, construction and technical.

Skills

Degree qualified in Town Planning or similar

Prior experience working in a local authority or private consultancy

Knowledge of the full planning process

Full UK Driving Licence and car

Job description

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Town Planner Job in Leeds, Yorkshire

New opening for a Town Planner job in Leeds with an established and retirement living provider, looking to expand their team as the business moves forward in their next stage of growth. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of industry experience from either local authority or consultancy and be on track to achieve MRTPI status. The role is offering circa £30,000 - £45,000 plus bonus potential, 25 days annual leave, gym, and more!

Our client is a leading UK developer specialising in the creation of modern, purpose‑built care homes, offering the opportunity to be part of projects that genuinely make a difference to people's lives. Combining innovation with sustainability, they deliver high‑quality, energy‑efficient facilities designed to enhance the comfort and wellbeing of elderly. As both developer and contractor, they manage every stage of the process – from land acquisition and planning to construction and handover – giving employees the chance to work on varied and meaningful projects. Their focus on quality, collaboration, and long‑term community impact makes them an employer of choice for those looking to contribute to work they can be proud of.

Role & Responsibilities

• Work alongside the wider team and carry out site appraisal and evaluations
• Meet with stakeholders and planning officers
• Support with planning applications (preparing reports, statements and submissions)
• Liaise with the wider teams across land, construction and technical

Required Skills & Experience

• Degree qualified in Town Planning or similar
• Prior experience working in a local authority or private consultancy
• Knowledge of the full planning process
• Full UK Driving Licence and car

What you get back

• Salary of £30,000 - £45,000
• Bonus scheme after qualifying period
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and the option to purchase annual leave
• Free parking and on‑site gym

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