Principal Strategic Land Planner – Lead UK Developments

Cobalt Recruitment; West of England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Cobalt Recruitment is seeking an experienced Principal Strategic Land Town Planner to lead a diverse portfolio of strategic land projects across the UK. You will support landowners, developers and investors, guiding land promotion and development potential through the planning system.

Join a market-leading consultancy with a strong track record in strategic land. You will mentor junior team members, contribute to business growth, and work within a collaborative, hybrid-capable environment to

Qualifications

• MRTPI qualified or working towards chartered status with significant relevant experience.
• Proven experience promoting strategic land through the UK planning system.
• Strong report writing, presentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading the promotion of strategic land opportunities through Local Plans and the wider planning process.
• Managing a portfolio of landowner and developer clients, providing strategic advice on land promotion and development potential.
• Preparing and overseeing representations to Local Plans, call for sites submissions, examinations and planning appeals.
• Identifying and assessing new strategic land opportunities, undertaking planning appraisals and development assessments.
• Developing land promotion strategies to maximise site allocation and planning success.
• Coordinating multidisciplinary project teams, including planning, technical and environmental consultants.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, local authorities and key stakeholders.
• Supporting business development initiatives, networking activities and new client opportunities.
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team.
• Contributing to the ongoing growth and success of the Strategic Land and Development business.

Skills

MRTPI

Client relationships

Planning policy

Job description

Cobalt Recruitment is seeking an experienced Principal Strategic Land Town Planner to lead a diverse portfolio of strategic land projects across the UK. You will support landowners, developers and investors, guiding land promotion and development potential through the planning system.

Join a market-leading consultancy with a strong track record in strategic land. You will mentor junior team members, contribute to business growth, and work within a collaborative, hybrid-capable environment to