Senior Planner / Associate – Energy & Infrastructure Location: Manchester or Leeds (hybrid working available) The opportunity Climate17 is working with a leading UK property and planning consultancy to appoint a Senior Planner or Associate into a well-established and highly regarded regional planning team.
This team is one of the largest in the North of England and is actively delivering a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects across renewable energy and infrastructure, alongside broader development work. This role offers the opportunity to work on nationally significant renewable and infrastructure projects, while also contributing to regeneration, strategic land, logistics, rural and mixed-use schemes.
It is well suited to an experienced planner seeking increased responsibility, project ownership and client exposure within a supportive, collaborative environment. Role overview The successful candidate will manage their own workload while supporting senior team members on major instructions.
The role will involve technical planning work, client engagement, project coordination and contributions to business development.
Experience in infrastructure and/or renewable energy, including EIA screening and scoping, will be highly valued. Key responsibilitiesPrepare planning appraisals for land, buildings and development concepts.Undertake planning research, analysis and due diligence.Prepare and coordinate planning applications, including planning statements and supporting documentation.Draft high-quality reports, interpreting technical data and providing clear, reasoned recommendations.Manage projects from early feasibility through to determination and delivery.Liaise and negotiate with local planning authorities, statutory consultees, third parties and stakeholders.Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and professional teams.Develop creative and pragmatic planning solutions that balance commercial, policy and stakeholder considerations.Ensure compliance with planning legislation, policy and best practice.Maintain awareness of market conditions and the implications of national and local planning policy.Contribute to internal collaboration across disciplines and regional teams.Support business development activities, including attending external events and working with senior colleagues on new opportunities.Skills & experience requiredMRTPI and/or MRICS qualified, with circa 5+ years’ post-qualification experience.Background in planning consultancy, with exposure to energy, infrastructure and/or EIA-led projects preferred.Strong written communication skills, with an enjoyment of drafting planning reports and arguments.Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities concurrently.Confidence working with clients, local authorities and senior stakeholders.Experience supporting or mentoring junior planners and graduates.A collaborative mindset with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.Why apply through Climate17? Climate17 specialises exclusively in climate, sustainability, energy and infrastructure recruitment.
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Type: Permanent Location: Manchester,England
Start: 23/01/2026
Salary / Rate: £45000 - £60000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-23 15:46:03
Principal Consultant – ESG & EDD Climate17 are working with a growing consultancy and are seeking an experienced Principal Consultant to lead and deliver high-quality strategic and technical ESG advisory services.
This is a senior role with responsibility for project delivery, client leadership, business development, and mentoring consultants, while helping shape the direction and growth of the ESG practice. Key responsibilities Project leadership & delivery Lead and manage complex, large-scale ESG projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope and to a high standard.Oversee project planning and scoping, including defining objectives, resources, timelines and budgets.Manage multi-disciplinary project teams and coordinate resources effectively.Contribute to the delivery of international projects across a range of sectors, including work supporting project finance and lending requirements.Maintain strong commercial discipline to ensure projects deliver against agreed business objectives.Act as a key point of contact for clients, managing senior stakeholder relationships and expectations. Technical advisory & ESG expertise Provide high-quality, pragmatic ESG advice and technical solutions.Support clients in developing ESG reports, management systems, disclosures, strategies and other ESG deliverables.Align ESG considerations with client business objectives and industry best practice.Stay informed on emerging ESG trends, frameworks and regulatory developments. Data analysis & research Set clear research objectives and requirements for project teams.Review and interpret complex data, metrics and trends to provide actionable insights and recommendations. Reporting & presentations Lead and contribute to the preparation of high-quality technical reports and client deliverables.Review work to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency and adherence to quality standards.Prepare and deliver client presentations that clearly communicate findings, insights and recommendations. Business development Identify and pursue new business opportunities and support growth initiatives.Contribute to proposal development, tenders and pitch presentations.Build and maintain strong client relationships.Support the development of service line plans and wider growth strategies. Stakeholder engagement Develop and implement stakeholder engagement strategies.Support effective management of senior internal and external stakeholders. Team leadership & mentoring Provide guidance, mentorship and technical leadership to junior consultants.Support team development and foster a collaborative, high-performing culture.Line management responsibilities where applicable. Strategy & innovation Provide strategic guidance to clients on ESG strategy development and implementation.Support internal strategy by connecting project delivery to broader organisational goals.Drive innovation through the development of new tools, methodologies and approaches. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Geography, Economics or a related discipline.7+ years’ experience in ESG, sustainability or related fields, including consulting and/or in-house experience.Strong knowledge of ESG frameworks, reporting standards and methodologies.Proven experience leading and delivering complex programmes and projects.Demonstrated ability to engage, influence and advise senior stakeholders.Strong commercial awareness and business development experience.Excellent analytical, problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.Proven leadership experience, including managing teams and mentoring junior staff.Ability to work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams and with clients. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Thames Ditton,England
Start: 23/01/2026
Salary / Rate: £60000 - £65000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-23 15:24:04
