Job Title: Town Planner / Senior Town Planner
Location: Leeds (Hybrid working available)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Overview
We are working with a well-established independent planning consultancy based in Leeds, seeking to appoint a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner as part of its continued growth. The consultancy advises a wide range of private and public sector clients and has built a strong reputation for delivering pragmatic, high-quality planning advice.
This is an excellent opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of projects while progressing your career within a supportive, collaborative environment.
The Role
You will be involved in all aspects of the planning process, supporting projects from initial site appraisal through to securing planning permission and delivery. Depending on your level of experience, you will take ownership of applications, liaise directly with clients, and contribute to mentoring junior team members.
Key Responsibilities
Preparing, submitting, and managing planning applications and appeals
Undertaking site appraisals and providing clear, commercially focused planning advice
Drafting planning statements, appeal statements, and supporting documentation
Engaging with local planning authorities, consultees, and key stakeholders
Monitoring national and local planning policy and advising on implications
Attending client meetings, site visits, and planning committees as required
Supporting senior colleagues on complex or strategic projects
Managing projects independently and mentoring junior staff (Senior level)
About You
Town Planner
Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
Working towards MRTPI accreditation
Typically 1–3+ years’ experience in consultancy or local authority planning
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Well organised, proactive, and motivated to progress
Senior Town Planner
MRTPI qualified
Typically 4+ years’ relevant planning experience
Proven ability to manage planning applications and client relationships
Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability
Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Ongoing professional development and CPD support
Exposure to a varied and interesting project portfolio
Friendly, professional team culture
Clear and structured career progression opportunities