Senior Planner – Development & Complex Schemes

Leeds Safe Roads Partnership; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional planning authority in Leeds is looking for a Senior Planner to deliver key planning services. The role involves engaging with developers, managing a full range of planning proposals, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Applicants should have a recognised qualification in Planning and the ability to negotiate outcomes effectively. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund

Flexible working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to keep accurate records and manage complex cases.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of customers.
• Ability to apply planning law and policy knowledge.
• Willing to abide by the council’s Equal Opportunities Policy.
• Experience in report writing.

Responsibilities

• Engage with developers and local community in pre-application discussions.
• Deliver consistent planning services aligned to community plans.
• Attend meetings and present planning proposals to decision-makers.
• Advise on planning matters to stakeholders.
• Manage specific projects and service improvements.

Skills

Understanding of sustainable development

Negotiation skills

Experience in planning environment

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Recognised qualification in Planning

Job description

A regional planning authority in Leeds is looking for a Senior Planner to deliver key planning services. The role involves engaging with developers, managing a full range of planning proposals, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Applicants should have a recognised qualification in Planning and the ability to negotiate outcomes effectively. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development and career progression.