Senior Planner

Ampa - Legal & Professional Services

. Develop career collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary planning consultancy .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeLeeds • United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic planning, particularly in residential development, with a strong understanding of the planning process and systems. Capable of building client relationships and leading projects while providing policy advice and research.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Planning QualificationMembership Of RTPIStrategic PlanningClient Relationship ManagementExcellent Writing Skills

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Hard Skills

Planning ApplicationsLand PromotionsDevelopment Potential AssessmentPolicy AdviceDrafting RepresentationsIdentifying Land Opportunities

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAttention To DetailTime ManagementTeam Player ApproachDrive And Commitment

Industry Keywords

Planning ConsultancyDevelopment IndustryLocal GovernmentMajor House BuildersDevelopment Economics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop career collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary planning consultancy
Work on strategic planning projects, mainly planning applications and land promotions for residential development
Build client relationships and develop an individual workload
Work with colleagues in development economics, design, transport, landscape and heritage
Lead projects, build client relations and champion the Marrons brand
Support planning applications and appeals for major house builders and developers
Advise on development potential of land and buildings
Assist with preparing planning applications and appeals
Provide policy advice and research
Draft representations to plan consultations and examinations
Assist in identifying land opportunities
Work with clients and other consultants to deliver development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous experience in a Planning role, ideally within consultancy, development industry or local government
A relevant Planning qualification
Membership of RTPI or working towards membership
Solid understanding of the planning process and systems
Excellent writing skills with a strong eye for detail and high level of accuracy
Excellent communication skills and a friendly approachable manner
Ability to prioritise workload and manage time efficiently
Drive, commitment, enthusiasm and a team-player approach
Employment subject to a variety of checks after accepting an offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Agile working and a blended approach to where and how you work
Flexible working arrangements
Flexible benefits including private medical, EV scheme and a dedicated well-being hub
Culture of trust, empowerment and autonomy over your work
Collaboration on high-profile projects across the North
Hybrid working with flexibility to define working patterns in and outside the office