Senior Development Planner - Leeds

Job Title: Senior Development Planner

Salary: 48,00 - 74,000, plus 6,000 car allowance, bonus, and enhanced company benefits.

Location: Leeds

Reference: SC1352

A leading player in the UK's land promotion sector is on the lookout for exceptional talent to join their growing Northern Team. With over 35 years of expertise in land assembly, strategic promotion, and project delivery, this company excels in creating sustainable and profitable development outcomes across residential, commercial, and mixed-use sites.

In 2023, they invested 38.5 million, boosting their total land investment to over 120 million, with a remarkable potential to deliver over 100,000 homes. As they expand their dynamic team in a modern Leeds office, they seek a Senior Development Planner who can drive results and elevate their strategic vision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the planning and promotion of strategic land projects.
• Conduct comprehensive site appraisals and feasibility studies.
• Prepare and submit planning applications and appeals with precision.
• Engage with local authorities, stakeholders, and consultants to drive project success.
• Monitor and influence local planning policies and frameworks to align with strategic goals.
• Provide expert advice on complex planning and development matters.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Identify and assess potential development sites for maximum impact.
• Manage key projects throughout the promotion process, showcasing strong leadership skills.
• Prepare compelling submissions and reports for landowners, agents, and internal teams.
• Cultivate strong relationships with consultants, local authorities, and landowners.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field.
• Chartered Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within the private sector.
• In-depth knowledge of UK planning legislation and policy.
• Demonstrated success in managing planning applications and appeals effectively.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, presentation, and project management skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and prioritise with confidence.
• A proactive team player who can also excel independently.

What They Offer:

The company is offer competitive and progressive benefits package, which includes:

• A salary that reflects industry standards, promoting equality and gender pay parity.
• Generous car allowance and access to electric and hybrid vehicle leasing through a salary sacrifice scheme.
• A performance-driven bonus scheme to share in the company's success.
• Comprehensive pension plan.
• Life assurance benefits based on salary multiples for added security.
• Access to a Digital GP app for health-related concerns.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• An impressive 34 days of annual leave, with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Enhanced parental leave pay to support family growth.
• Commitment to personal growth and internal talent development, helping employees achieve their career aspirations.
• Access to the Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme, including e-bikes.
• Employee Assistance Programme for comprehensive support.

Interested in this or other roles in Town Planning please do not hesitate to contact Sofia Conte (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.