Associate Town Planner

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Town Planner to join a well-established and growing planning consultancy based in Leeds. The business has an excellent reputation within the market and is involved in a diverse range of projects across renewable energy, infrastructure, commercial development, minerals, waste and residential sectors.

This role offers the opportunity to work on complex and high-profile projects, managing schemes through the planning process whilst supporting the growth and development of a talented planning team.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead and manage a portfolio of planning projects from inception through to determination.

* Prepare and coordinate planning applications, supporting statements and related documentation.

* Provide strategic planning advice to a wide range of private and public sector clients.

* Manage stakeholder engagement, including local authorities, consultants, statutory bodies and community representatives.

* Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams and external consultants.

* Undertake site appraisals, planning due diligence and development feasibility assessments.

* Contribute to business development activities and help strengthen existing client relationships.

* Mentor and support junior members of the planning team.

* Assist with planning appeals, hearings and public inquiries where required.

Requirements

* MRTPI qualified.

* Degree and/or Master's qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline.

* Significant planning experience gained within either consultancy or local authority environments.

* Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and planning policy framework.

* Experience managing planning applications and delivering projects independently.

* Excellent written, verbal and stakeholder management skills.

* Commercial awareness and an ability to build client relationships.

* Experience within infrastructure, energy, commercial, residential, minerals or waste sectors would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

* Competitive salary and benefits package.

* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

* Exposure to a broad and varied project portfolio.

* Clear career progression opportunities.

* Supportive and collaborative working environment.

* Ongoing professional development and CPD support.

When applying to any role through Cobalt, your CV will never be shared with a client without your prior consent. Apply in confidence below or get in touch with me for a confidential discussion about the position via sgreeff@cobaltrecruitment.com or 07458161399.