Senior Town Planner\n Location: Leeds\n\nPenguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and expanding planning and development consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Leeds.\n\nThis award-winning firm has built a strong reputation across Yorkshire and beyond for delivering high-quality planning advice across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. With a diverse portfolio and strong pipeline of work, this is an exciting time to join and play a key role in the continued success and growth of the business.\n\nThe ideal candidate for this Senior Town Planner role will have experience delivering a range of planning projects from initial strategy through to decision, along with a strong understanding of the local planning landscape and confidence in client-facing situations.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nLeading on planning applications, appeals, and site appraisals\n\nProviding planning strategy advice to clients across various sectors\n\nEngaging with local authorities, stakeholders and consultants\n\nSupporting and mentoring junior members of the planning team\n\nAssisting with business development and growing client relationships\n\nStaying up to date with relevant planning legislation and policy\n\nRequirements:\n\nRTPI-accredited degree and MRTPI status (or working towards if at a near-final stage)\n\nExperience in a similar role within a consultancy or local authority\n\nStrong report writing, communication, and project management skills\n\nA commercial mindset and proactive approach to problem-solving\n\nComfortable operating independently and as part of a team\n\nFull UK driving licence \n\nWhy Join?\n\nClear progression opportunities within a collaborative consultancy\n\nExposure to a wide range of exciting planning projects\n\nSupportive, friendly environment with mentorship from industry experts\n\nCompetitive salary and benefits package\n\nHybrid and flexible working arrangements\n\nThis Senior Town Planner position is perfect for someone looking to take the next step in their career in a dynamic, growing firm with strong values and a positive culture.\n\nIf you are interested in this Senior Town Planner role, contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email