OverviewJob Title: Associate Town Planner Associate DirectorLocation: Leeds (Hybrid Working Available)Penguin Recruitment is proud to be supporting a nationally recognised and fast-growing planning and design consultancy in their search for an Associate Town Planner to join their dynamic team in Leeds.This leading consultancy has rapidly established itself as one of the top 20 planning firms in the UK, boasting a multidisciplinary team of over 50 planners working across six regional hubs. Their comprehensive service offering includes planning, socio-economics, heritage, design, and architecture. With a strong track record in strategic residential-led development, they work with major housebuilders, developers, land promoters and investment companies across the country.The OpportunityAs an Associate Planner, you will play a key leadership role in the North of England, helping to shape and deliver high-profile planning strategies and applications, while supporting the wider growth and success of the regional office.This is a rare opportunity to help build something within an already successful national framework - offering autonomy, flexibility and the backing of a multidisciplinary team. You will help mentor junior staff, lead client relationships, and contribute directly to the business development strategy in the North.Key ResponsibilitiesLeading major planning applications and land promotion projectsProviding expert planning advice and strategic guidance to clientsDeveloping and maintaining strong client relationshipsPreparing and presenting reports, planning submissions and representationsOverseeing junior team members and supporting their developmentContributing to regional business planning and supporting fee proposalsRepresenting the business at appeal hearings, examinations, and stakeholder meetingsWhat You'll NeedRTPI-accredited degree and MRTPI statusSignificant UK consultancy or developer-side planning experienceTrack record of managing projects and leading on complex planning applicationsExcellent commercial awareness and confidence in client-facing situationsStrong communication skills and a proactive, solutions-focused mindsetA passion for strategic planning and delivering quality outcomesWhat's On OfferCompetitive salary and bonus schemePrivate medical insurance and other market-leading benefitsHybrid working and flexible hours to suit your lifestylePaid professional subscriptionsCareer development within a supportive and growing national businessOpportunity to shape the growth and direction of the Leeds and wider Northern regionInterested?The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed) #J-18808-Ljbffr