Principal Town Planner - Leeds Location: Leeds Salary: Competitive, based on experience Job Type: Full-time, PermanentAbout the Role: My client, a prominent environmental consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services across a range of sectors, is seeking an experienced Principal Town Planner to join their team in Leeds. The company has a diverse portfolio of clients and projects, focusing on creating sustainable, innovative solutions in urban planning and development. This role offers the opportunity to take a lead on complex, high-profile planning projects, providing strategic advice and overseeing the successful delivery of planning applications and development strategies.Key Responsibilities:Lead and manage multiple, complex town planning projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.Provide high-level strategic advice on planning policy, land use, and development opportunities.Prepare and submit planning applications, development frameworks, and masterplans.Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities to drive projects forward.Mentor and support junior staff, fostering their professional development.Conduct feasibility studies, site appraisals, and planning assessments.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of planning policy, legislation, and best practice.Contribute to business development and support in winning new projects.Requirements:A degree in Town Planning or a related field.MRTPI (Member of the Royal Town ..... full job details .....