Principal Town Planner

• Managing a varied portfolio of planning projects, including residential, strategic, and renewable schemes, from inception through to delivery
• Taking responsibility for client relationships and managing consultants where required
• Preparing planning applications, statements, reports, and supporting technical documents
• Participating in public consultations and representing projects to stakeholders
• Mentoring and developing junior team members, supporting their technical growth
• Contributing to business development, promoting services, and supporting the team’s growth

• MRTPI (or working towards) with strong private-sector experience, ideally from a consultancy environment
• Proven experience managing development control projects and residential schemes
• Direct client management experience and the ability to take projects from inception to delivery
• Confident and independent, with the ability to take a strategic view while delivering practical outcomes
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on practical delivery rather than excessive detail
• Experience in renewable energy projects and/or minerals planning advantageous but not essential

Experience in renewable energy projects and/or minerals planning

• Hybrid working pattern: 3 days WFH, 2 days in office
• Supportive, multidisciplinary team environment
• Clear path for career progression and leadership development
• Opportunity to work on diverse and meaningful projects with mid-sized developers and promoters
• Real chance to shape project delivery and contribute to business growth