Senior or Principal Policy Planner

FutureGen Recruitment is proud to be representing a respected planning consultancy in their search for a Senior or Principal Planner to join their established Planning Policy team based to the south of Leeds.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and motivated planner looking to take the next step in their career — contributing to a range of high -profile and strategic projects across the region.

About the Role

You’ll be part of a dynamic and collaborative team, working on large -scale projects including commercial developments, urban extensions, and new settlements. The role will involve promoting sites through the Local Plan process, undertaking strategic research, and engaging with key stakeholders.

As a Senior or Principal Planner, you will also play a role in developing client relationships and supporting the continued growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage planning projects and coordinate inputs from team members.
  

• Promote sites through the Local Plan process, including stakeholder engagement and preparation of professional documents (representations, hearing statements, advocacy reports).
  

• Conduct planning appraisals and research to assess development potential and strategic opportunities.
  

• Provide accurate, concise, and reasoned planning advice both verbally and in writing.
  

• Support and deliver client presentations and public consultations as part of multidisciplinary teams.
  

• Prepare fee proposals and assist in tender submissions.
  

• Contribute to marketing and business development initiatives, including social media and presentation materials.
  

About You

• Minimum 4–5 years’ experience in planning, ideally within a consultancy or local authority.
  

• Degree or higher in a relevant discipline (e.g. Town or Urban Planning, Built Environment).
  

• Chartered Membership (MRTPI) or working towards it.
  

• Demonstrable experience in Local Plan and strategic policy work.
  

• Strong analytical, research, and report -writing skills.
  

• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
  

• Confident leading projects and mentoring junior team members.
  

• Proactive, organised, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively.
  

• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.
  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office essential.
  

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
  

• Flexible and supportive working environment.
  

• Opportunity for rapid career progression and professional growth.
  

• The chance to work on high -impact, strategic projects shaping future development across the region.
  

If you’re a driven planning professional seeking your next challenge in a forward -thinking consultancy, we’d love to hear from you.