Principal Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking a highly motivated Principal Planner. You will lead diverse projects, prepare planning applications, and provide strategic advice to clients. The ideal candidate will have RTPI membership and proven experience in managing complex planning projects. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and a hybrid working model within a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• RTPI membership is required.
• Proven experience managing major and complex planning projects.
• Strong understanding of UK planning policy and legislation.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a diverse portfolio of projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare and submit complex planning applications and appeals.
• Provide strategic planning advice to clients including developers and local authorities.
• Manage and mentor junior team members.
• Engage with stakeholders at planning committees and inquiries.

Skills

RTPI membership

Experience managing complex planning projects

Knowledge of UK planning policy

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership skills

Client relationship management

Job description

Principal Planner
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be representing a leading, multi-disciplinary consultancy that delivers high-quality planning solutions across residential, commercial, retail, and mixed-use projects. Due to ongoing growth, they are now seeking a highly motivated Principal Planner to join their thriving Stratford-upon-Avon team.

The Role

As a Principal Planner, you will:

• Lead and manage a diverse portfolio of projects from inception to completion.

• Prepare and submit complex planning applications, appeals, and supporting documents.

• Provide strategic planning advice to a range of clients, including developers, landowners, and local authorities.

• Manage and mentor junior team members.

• Engage with stakeholders, attend public consultations, and represent clients at planning committees and inquiries.

About You

We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded planning professional who has:

• RTPI membership.

• Proven experience in managing major and complex planning projects.

• Strong understanding of UK planning policy and legislation.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.

• A track record of building and maintaining client relationships.

Why Join?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Hybrid working arrangements from the Stratford-upon-Avon office.

• Opportunity to work on some of the region’s most exciting and high-profile projects.

• Supportive and collaborative team culture with genuine career progression opportunities.

If you are an ambitious Principal Planner looking to take the next step in your career with a respected and forward-thinking consultancy, we would love to hear from you.

If you are interested in this role, contact Joel Bland below:
Joel Bland – Penguin Recruitment
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]