Senior Planner in Skipton, North Yorkshire

The Opportunity

You’ll be joining an established planning team with a strong reputation in the rural sector. The role offers real variety, autonomy, and the chance to work closely with landowners, estates, and private clients on a wide range of projects across the UK. From strategic land promotion to heritage and diversification schemes, you’ll play a key role in delivering planning strategies that unlock value and drive sustainable development.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of planning applications and appeals
• Preparing planning appraisals, strategy reports, and policy reviews
• Leading client meetings and providing clear, commercially sound advice
• Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders
• Supporting junior team members and contributing to team development
• Identifying business development opportunities and strengthening client relationships

About You

• MRTPI qualified (or working towards chartership)
• Demonstrable experience in town planning (private consultancy or local authority)
• Strong knowledge of UK planning policy and procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commercial awareness and client-facing confidence
• Ability to manage projects independently while contributing to a collaborative team
• Experience within rural, estate, or agricultural planning would be highly advantageous, though not essential.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Flexible / hybrid working arrangements
• Supportive and collaborative culture
• Clear career progression pathway
• Opportunity to work on unique and meaningful rural projects
• Professional development and CPD support

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Senior Planner seeking more autonomy, responsibility, and long-term progression within a respected consultancy environment.

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