Planner / Senior Planner
Location: Leeds (Hybrid Working Available)
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a nationally respected and fast-growing planning consultancy in their search for a Planner or Senior Planner to join their expanding North West team.
This multidisciplinary consultancy has quickly risen to become one of the UK's top 20 planning firms. With over 50 town planners working across six regional hubs, they provide expert services in town planning, socio-economics, heritage, masterplanning, and architecture. Their collaborative approach and integrated service offering enable them to lead and deliver complex, strategic planning projects across the UK for a diverse client base, including major housebuilders, developers, and land promoters.
The Opportunity:
You'll join a growing and ambitious regional team working on strategic land projects, including major planning applications and land promotions, predominantly for residential-led schemes. You'll be supported by experts across design, heritage, and development economics, offering you real exposure to multidisciplinary collaboration.
What's on Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits including private medical insurance
Full payment of relevant professional subscriptions
Hybrid working with flexibility to suit your lifestyle
The chance to work on major land promotion and planning application projects
The opportunity to help shape the regional business strategy in a collaborative and open environment
Clear progression prospects within a rapidly expanding national consultancyKey Responsibilities:
Advising on the development potential of land and buildings
Preparing planning applications, appeals, and policy research
Drafting Local Plan representations and engaging with examinations
Identifying land opportunities and undertaking site appraisals
Working closely with clients, consultants and colleagues across disciplines
Supporting business development initiatives and client relationship building
Involvement in planning appeals and Local Plan ExaminationsWhat You'll Need:
RTPI-accredited planning qualification
MRTPI or working towards chartered status
Solid understanding of the UK planning system and process
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A proactive, positive and team-oriented approach
A desire to contribute to a growing and forward-thinking planning teamWhether you are a Planner ready to step up or a Senior Planner seeking a fresh challenge in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you.
Agile Working:
This role is based out of the Leeds office with flexibility to work remotely. The North West team is also supported by nearby regional offices in Sheffield, Nottingham, and Birmingham, offering a broad and connected support network.
Interested?
The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)