Job Title: Town Planner
Location: Leeds
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK care home developer in their search for an experienced Town Planner to join a well-established and highly regarded in-house Planning Team.
Our client is a market leader in the delivery of purpose-built residential care homes, with over 30 years' experience and a strong reputation for innovation and quality. Operating through a vertically integrated model, the business has continued to refine and evolve its approach to development across the UK.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a close-knit, successful planning team within a thriving organisation.
The Role
Based in Leeds, the successful candidate will play a key role in managing planning projects in-house. Responsibilities will include:
Undertaking initial site appraisals and evaluations
Preparing written reports, statements and supporting documentation
Managing and submitting planning applications
Liaising and negotiating with Planning Officers and relevant stakeholders
Involvement in Planning Committees and Appeals where requiredYou will be expected to take ownership of projects from an early stage, making prior experience in either the private or public sector essential.
About You
A minimum of 2 years' experience in a planning role
Academically qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ambitious, self-motivated and a strong team player
A genuine interest in the full land and planning process
Full UK driving licence
What's on Offer
Competitive salary
Discretionary bonus scheme (paid twice annually)
Pension contribution
Option to purchase additional annual leave
Free on-site parking
4-weekly pay (13 pay days per year)
Free on-site gym
A supportive and collaborative working environmentInterested?
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)