Principal Town Planner

Principal Town Planner
Northampton
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
Office-based: 3 days per week

The Role

As a Principal Town Planner, you will take a leading role in managing and delivering a wide range of planning projects. You will work closely with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams, providing expert planning advice and helping to shape successful development strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage planning applications and projects from inception to determination
• Provide strategic planning advice across residential and mixed-use developments
• Support and lead on appeals, pre-application submissions, and major developments
• Engage with local authorities, stakeholders, and clients
• Contribute to business development and the continued growth of the Northampton office

Key Experience & Requirements

• Proven experience in town planning, ideally at Senior or Principal level
• Background in planning policy and/or site promotion
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system
• Excellent communication and project management skills
• MRTPI qualified (or working towards) preferred

This is a great opportunity for planners who:

• Enjoy working on strategic and site-specific planning projects
• Want exposure to appeals, pre-apps and major developments
• Are looking to progress their career in a supportive, collaborative team

Apply Now
If you're ready to take the next step in your planning career and join a consultancy with real momentum, apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation to learn more about the opportunity.

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Job reference: 66020