Senior Town Planner
Location: Leeds

Penguin Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a leading UK planning and development consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their dynamic and growing team based in Leeds.

Our client is a respected and well-established firm with offices nationwide, known for delivering high-quality planning solutions to a broad client base across residential, commercial, mixed-use and regeneration sectors. They pride themselves on a collaborative culture, commercial focus, and a strong track record of securing complex planning permissions.

As a Senior Town Planner, you will play a key role in leading and managing planning projects from inception through to determination. You will work closely with clients, local authorities and multidisciplinary teams, delivering expert planning advice and helping to grow client relationships. This Senior Town Planner opportunity is perfect for someone who is confident managing applications, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to business development.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead on the preparation and submission of planning applications, appeals, and policy representations

Deliver clear and commercially astute planning advice to clients

Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and planning authorities

Support junior members of the planning team and assist in their development

Identify and pursue new business opportunities with existing and potential clients

Requirements:

Degree in Town Planning or a related field

MRTPI qualified

Minimum 3+ years of professional planning experience

Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines confidently

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Town Planner looking to progress their career with a consultancy that offers flexibility, a supportive environment, and the opportunity to be involved in some of the region's most exciting planning projects.

If you are interested in this Senior Town Planner position, contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email at