Senior / Principal Planner (Planning Policy)
Location: Leeds (Hybrid)
Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits
Sector: Planning Consultancy
Type: Permanent
Are you a talented Senior or Principal Planner with a passion for planning policy and shaping the future of places?
Our client, a leading independent planning and development consultancy, is looking to expand their Leeds-based team with a driven professional who’s ready to take the next step in their career.
The Role
Working within a respected and well-established Planning Policy team, you’ll play a key role in delivering a diverse range of projects across the public and private sectors.
You’ll be involved in:
- Leading on the preparation of Local Plan evidence, policy documents, and strategic planning advice.
- Supporting and managing engagement with local authorities, developers, and stakeholders.
- Contributing to spatial strategies, housing and employment land assessments, and infrastructure planning.
- Mentoring and supporting junior planners while managing your own workload and client relationships.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile national and regional projects, while benefiting from the support of an experienced multidisciplinary team.
About You
You’ll likely be:
- RTPI qualified (or working towards full membership).
- Experienced in planning policy, local plans, or strategic planning — ideally within consultancy or local government.
- A confident communicator, able to present policy advice clearly and persuasively.
- Skilled in managing projects, client relationships, and deadlines with a proactive and collaborative approach.
If you’re at Senior Planner level and ready to step up, or already a Principal Planner seeking a fresh challenge, this role offers a genuine platform for career growth.
Why Join?
- Work on varied and meaningful projects that shape communities and influence policy.
- Join a supportive, forward-thinking consultancy with an excellent track record of internal promotion.
- Enjoy a flexible hybrid working model based in the heart of Leeds.
- Competitive salary, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits package.
Interested?
Apply now or contact Kirsty Tanner in confidence to discuss the opportunity further.
We’d love to tell you more about this progressive consultancy and how this role could be the perfect fit for your next career move.
