Senior or Principal Planning Consultant

Senior or Principal Planning Consultant

Leeds

An established environmental consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior or Principal Planning Consultant to join their growing team in Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a wide range of projects across multiple sectors, providing expert planning consultancy services to a diverse client base.

The Role:

As a key member of the planning team, you will:

• Lead on planning applications, site promotions, and appeals.
• Provide expert planning advice to public, private, and third-sector clients.
• Manage project budgets, invoicing, and financial data.
• Review and comment on technical reports.
• Prepare planning applications, including drafting Planning Statements and undertaking site visits.
• Liaise with consultants, statutory consultees, and Planning Officers.
• Attend planning committees and public consultation events, where required.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A formal qualification in Town and Country Planning (Degree/Masters/Postgraduate).
• Full RTPI membership (or eligibility for Chartered status).
• Strong knowledge of Town & Country Planning regulations in both policy and development management.
• Relevant experience within the private sector.
• A full driving licence and willingness to travel for site visits.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Flexible benefits package.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Hybrid working model.

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)