Planner or Senior Town Planner

Join to apply for the Planner or Senior Planner role at WSP in the UK & Ireland. What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons. The Planning Consultancy team based in Leeds city centre specialises in providing commercial planning advice to a wide range of private and public sector clients. We advise on development proposals throughout all stages of the planning process, from feasibility and plan promotion to application, EIA and appeal. Our projects range from complex city‑centre regeneration sites to tall buildings, high‑density housing, data and energy centres, strategic site promotion, social infrastructure including schools, repurposing town centres, retail development, sports and leisure, logistics and major business parks, and detailed listed building reuse. We act for developers, land owners, home builders, registered providers, financial institutions, strategic promoters, retailers and operators. We are looking to recruit enthusiastic team players with a can‑do attitude. Candidates will have some private‑sector consultancy or local‑authority experience, a proven ability to deliver to a high standard, strong communication skills, passion to share their knowledge and a desire to learn and contribute to the ongoing success of our team. Key Responsibilities Preparing and submitting planning applications across the UK. Preparing planning appraisals and assisting multidisciplinary teams working on planning projects. Attending site visits across the UK and design team and client meetings. Managing smaller projects and supporting senior colleagues and Directors on large schemes. Collaborating with WSP colleagues, statutory bodies and public consultation. Preparing fee proposals and input to tenders. Attending networking events. Applying strong technical skills. What we will be looking for Ideally RPTI accredited. Degree‑level qualification in town planning (or equivalent). Strong technical, commercial and analytical skills. A commercial approach to planning consultancy and development. A desire to work in a growing planning team, supported by a raft of fellow professionals. Strong organisational and communication skills. Drive and determination. Benefits and Working Life Hybrid working policy – work from home two days a week with opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK. Work‑life balance and flexible working arrangements, including part‑time, flexible hours and the ability to purchase additional leave. Support for health and wellbeing through the Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, Gymflex scheme, menopause support package and reasonable workplace adjustments. Opportunities for development and training, mentoring and chartership. Inclusive and diverse culture with employee resource groups promoting inclusion and belonging. About WSP WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. With 72,800 passionate people across the world and 9,000 professionals in the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application. Apply today and start doing the best work of your life. #J-18808-Ljbffr