Town Planner / Senior Town Planner (Leeds)
Leeds, North East
Job Title: Town Planner / Senior Town Planner
* Bonus: £4,000 - £5,000 (5% of fees earned after achieving certain targets)
* Leave: 25 days annual leave + Christmas & New Year shutdown (additional 3 days)
About Us: Our client are established planning consultants based in Leeds with offices in Manchester, London, and Liverpool. They provide expert planning services across a variety of sectors including commercial, industrial, residential, and strategic land development. Their team in Leeds consists of 8 dedicated professionals, and they are looking to expand to 10 members to accommodate the growing workload.
Job Description: They are seeking a motivated Town Planner and a Senior Town Planner to join their dynamic team. The successful candidates will work on a diverse range of projects, from commercial developments with clients like Henry Boot Developments and CEG, to electrical vehicle infrastructure for companies such as Gridserve and BP Pulse, and industrial projects with Jewson and Travis Perkins. Additionally, you will handle residential work with developers such as Gleeson Homes, Strata Homes, Miller Homes, and Bellway, along with smaller scale projects like green belt developments, barn conversions, and heritage work.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage and deliver planning applications and appeals
* liaise with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders
* conduct site appraisals and planning policy research
* prepare planning statements, design & access statements, and other related documents
* attend and present at planning committee meetings
* provide expert advice on planning and development matters
Requirements:
* 2-5 years of planning experience in the public or private sector
* Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI) or working towards it
* Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and policy
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
* Motivated team player with a proactive approach to work
Why Join Us?
* Competitive salary and attractive bonus scheme
* Opportunity to work on a variety of interesting and high-profile projects
* Support for professional development and MRTPI membership
* Collaborative and supportive team environment
* Comprehensive benefits package including pension and health insurance
* Be a part of a team that shapes the future of urban planning and development.
How to Apply: Please contact Matt Stimson @ TarsonRecruitment
Job Level
Planner / Planning Officer, Senior Planner / Senior Planning Officer
Reference
PJCOMTAR57
Function
Town Planning
Sector
Private Consultancy
Specialism
Development Management
Town Planner / Senior Town Planner (Leeds)
Leeds, North East
Highly Competitive + Bonus
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