Senior Planner
Location: Skipton
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well respected consultancy in their search for a Senior Planner to join their Skipton office.
As a Senior Planner, you will lead on a range of planning projects, providing strategic advice and managing applications from initial feasibility through to determination. You will work closely with landowners, private estates, and rural businesses, delivering commercially focused planning solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Leading the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals
* Providing strategic planning advice across rural and residential projects
* Undertaking site appraisals and policy analysis
* Drafting and reviewing Planning Statements and supporting documents
* Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
* Liaising and negotiating with Local Planning Authorities and stakeholders
* Supporting and mentoring junior team members
Candidate Requirements
* Degree in Town Planning or related discipline
* MRTPI qualified
* Strong consultancy or local authority experienceExperience within rural or residential planning (desirable)
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Commercial awareness and confidence in client-facing situations
* Ability to manage multiple projects effectively
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Hybrid working arrangements
* Exposure to high-quality rural and estate-based projects
* Supportive and collaborative team culture
* Clear progression opportunities within a growing specialist consultancy
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Planner looking to take the next step in their career within a respected rural-focused consultancy in Skipton.
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