Leeds
Environment
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
30/05/2025
20/06/2025
Principal / Senior Planner
Location: Leeds
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and growing planning consultancy in Leeds in their search for a Principal or Senior Planner to join their highly respected team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a busy and diverse planning team, working on a wide portfolio of projects across the energy infrastructure, waste management, mineral, and commercial sectors.
The Role
As a Chartered Planner, you will contribute to and lead on all aspects of the planning process, including:
* Managing and preparing planning applications and environmental impact assessments
* Coordinating sub-consultants and engaging with local authorities, stakeholders, and local communities
* Conducting site appraisals and providing strategic and tactical planning advice to senior-level clients
* Delivering detailed development management, land promotion, planning policy, and project delivery services
* Supporting the wider planning and landscape team in delivering an expanding pipeline of high-profile projects
This is a hybrid position based out of the Leeds office, offering flexibility and a collaborative environment with long-term progression potential.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
* RTPI chartered status
* A relevant degree and/or master's qualification in planning
* A strong understanding of the UK planning system
* Demonstrable experience in energy, waste, minerals, commercial or residential planning
* Confidence working both independently and within multi-disciplinary teams
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* The ability to build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and local stakeholders
What's On Offer:
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Flexible hybrid working
* The opportunity to work within an employee-owned business
* Exposure to a wide variety of projects with real responsibility
* Support from a collaborative and experienced multi-disciplinary team
* Long-term career development and progression opportunities
If you're looking to advance your planning career within a dynamic consultancy that values innovation, teamwork, and sustainability - this could be the ideal move for you.