Assistant Planner/Planner/Senior Planner

Location:

Leeds (LS9) – West Yorkshire, North East, United Kingdom

Salary:

£35000 – £50000 per annum

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Engineering Jobs

Other Industries & Skills:

Consultancy

Advertiser:

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Job ID:

132741714

Posted On:

03 March 2026

Senior Planner

Location: Leeds

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a very well respected consultancy, in their search for a Senior Planner to join their Leeds office.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional to take on a key role within a respected national consultancy, delivering high-quality planning advice across a diverse range of projects.

The Role

As a Senior Planner, you will lead and manage planning applications and development strategies across sectors including residential, commercial, education, healthcare, and mixed-use schemes. You will play an integral role in client management, project delivery, and mentoring junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

Leading the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals
*

Undertaking detailed site appraisals and providing strategic planning advice
*

Drafting and reviewing Planning Statements and supporting documentation
*

Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
*

Liaising and negotiating with Local Planning Authorities and consultees
*

Supporting and mentoring junior planners
*

Monitoring changes in planning legislation and policy

Candidate Requirements

Degree in Town Planning or related discipline
*

MRTPI qualified
*

Strong experience within consultancy or local authority
*

Commercial awareness and client-facing confidence
*

Excellent report writing and communication skills
*

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
*

Hybrid working arrangements
*

Opportunity to work on high-profile and nationally significant projects
*

Supportive and collaborative team culture
*

Clear progression pathway within a growing national consultancy

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Planner looking to progress their career within a well-established consultancy in Leeds.

If you are interested in this role, contact Joel Bland on # # or email at #

To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your email/cover letter where (vacanciesineu.com) you saw this job posting.