Senior Town Planner

Job title: Senior Town Planner

Location: Leeds

Salary: Competitive

I''m currently working with a well-established and highly regarded planning consultancy that''s looking to appoint a Senior Town Planner to strengthen their growing Leeds team.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced planner who wants to work on a diverse and high-quality workload, with real scope to influence projects, build client relationships, and progress their career within a supportive, professional environment.

The Opportunity

You''ll be joining a collaborative planning team working across a wide range of sectors, including residential, commercial, mixed-use and strategic land. The role offers a strong balance of autonomy and support, making it ideal for someone ready to step into a senior position or consolidate their experience at this level.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and delivering planning applications and appeals from inception to determination

• Providing planning advice to clients, landowners and developers

• Leading smaller projects and supporting junior team members

• Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders and consultants

• Contributing to business development and client relationship management

About You

• MRTPI qualified (or working towards with significant experience)

• Strong experience within UK town planning (private or public sector)

• Confident managing your own caseload and client relationships

• Commercially aware with excellent written and verbal communication skills

• A proactive, team-focused approach

What''s On Offer

• Competitive salary depending on experience

• Clear and realistic career progression

• Hybrid and flexible working

• Supportive, people-focused culture

• Exposure to varied and interesting planning work across the region

If you''re a Senior Town Planner in Leeds (or looking to relocate) and want to explore a role that offers both professional challenge and genuine career development, I''d be keen to have a confidential conversation.

Apply now or get in touch to discuss further

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