Senior Policy Planner

Job Title: Senior / Principal Policy Planner
Location: Leeds
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

About the Role

A leading UK planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Town Planner or Principal Town Planner with experience in strategic planning policy to join their team in Leeds. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a wide range of high-profile projects from major commercial developments to large-scale urban extensions and new settlements.

You'll play a key role in promoting sites through the Local Plan system, engaging with stakeholders, and delivering high-quality planning advice. This position offers strong career progression prospects and the chance to work in a collaborative, innovative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and lead planning policy projects from inception to delivery.
• Promote strategic sites through the Local Plan process.
• Prepare planning documents including Local Plan representations and Hearing Statements.
• Conduct site appraisals and planning research (housing land supply, employment need, etc.).
• Liaise with clients, design teams, local authorities, and stakeholders.
• Attend site visits, public meetings, and client presentations.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to internal knowledge sharing.

About You Essential:

• 4 5+ years' experience in planning (consultancy or local authority).
• Degree in Planning or a related field.
• MRTPI qualified (or working towards chartership).
• Strong understanding of planning policy, particularly Local Plans.
• Strong analytical and report writing abilities.
• Confident managing projects and working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Full UK driving licence + access to a vehicle.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package - EOT with £3,600 of any bonus being tax free!
• Flexible hybrid working options.
• Supportive team culture with clear routes for progression.
• Opportunity to work on nationally significant planning projects.

Ready to take the next step in your planning career?

Apply now with your CV to or call if you wish to discuss the role further!

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