Principal Planner
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- England,Yorkshire and The Humber,West Yorkshire,Leeds
- Full Time, Permanent
- £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
Job Description:
Job Title: Principal Town Planner
Location: Leeds
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in their search for a Principal Town Planner to join their team in Leeds.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Planner to take on a senior leadership role, working across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, rural, and infrastructure developments. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping projects, managing key client relationships, and supporting the strategic growth of the team.
THE ROLE
As a Principal Town Planner, you will lead and oversee a range of planning projects from early-stage strategy through to determination.
You will take a proactive role in client engagement, project direction, and team leadership, while contributing to the overall success and expansion of the business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Leading and managing complex planning projects and applications
* Providing high-level strategic planning advice to clients
* Acting as a key point of contact for major clients and stakeholders
* Overseeing the preparation of planning reports and documentation
* Managing and mentoring junior team members
* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key consultees
* Driving business development and securing new opportunities
* Supporting the wider business strategy and team growth
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
* MRTPI qualified
* Extensive experience within a planning consultancy or similar environment
* Strong leadership and project management skills
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-facing abilities
* Proven track record in managing complex projects
* Strong commercial awareness and business development skills
WHAT’S ON OFFER
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to work on high-profile and diverse projects
* Leadership role within a growing and dynamic team
* Clear progression opportunities at a senior level
* Ongoing professional development and support
Interested? Contact Joel Bland on or email at
Location: Leeds
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in their search for a Principal Town Planner to join their team in Leeds.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Planner to take on a senior leadership role, working across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, rural, and infrastructure developments. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping projects, managing key client relationships, and supporting the strategic growth of the team.
THE ROLE
As a Principal Town Planner, you will lead and oversee a range of planning projects from early-stage strategy through to determination.
You will take a proactive role in client engagement, project direction, and team leadership, while contributing to the overall success and expansion of the business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Leading and managing complex planning projects and applications
* Providing high-level strategic planning advice to clients
* Acting as a key point of contact for major clients and stakeholders
* Overseeing the preparation of planning reports and documentation
* Managing and mentoring junior team members
* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key consultees
* Driving business development and securing new opportunities
* Supporting the wider business strategy and team growth
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
* MRTPI qualified
* Extensive experience within a planning consultancy or similar environment
* Strong leadership and project management skills
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-facing abilities
* Proven track record in managing complex projects
* Strong commercial awareness and business development skills
WHAT’S ON OFFER
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to work on high-profile and diverse projects
* Leadership role within a growing and dynamic team
* Clear progression opportunities at a senior level
* Ongoing professional development and support
Interested? Contact Joel Bland on or email at
Job number 3601824
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