Principal to Associate Town Planner

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent planning consultancy is seeking a Principal to Associate Planner to manage a diverse range of planning projects. This role offers autonomy and leadership opportunities while delivering tailored advice and building lasting client relationships in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive planning experience and a chartered status, thriving in a strategic setting focused on growth and innovation.

Benefits

Supportive culture that values growth

Autonomy in shaping career

People-first working environment

Qualifications

• Extensive planning experience in the private sector.
• Deep understanding of planning policy and processes.
• Skilled in managing planning applications and appeals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert planning advice across different development types.
• Manage end-to-end planning applications and oversee project teams.
• Drive new business and contribute to internal initiatives.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

Commercial awareness

Self-motivation

Education

Chartered Member of the RTPI

Job description

Job Description

Principal to Associate Planner

Location: Hampshire

Salary: £40-60k

About the Role

This is your chance to take on a pivotal role in a respected and growing planning consultancy. As a Principal to Associate Planner, you’ll work independently across a wide range of planning projects, delivering insightful, tailored advice and building lasting client relationships. You’ll also play a key part in driving new business, positioning yourself as a trusted expert in the field.

Perfect for someone who thrives in a strategic, autonomous environment and is looking to elevate their career with high-impact work and leadership opportunities in supporting and mentoring junior colleagues.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver expert planning advice across a range of development types
• Manage end-to-end planning applications, appeals, and site promotions
• Represent clients at committees, hearings, and public inquiries
• Oversee project teams and coordinate input from specialist consultants
• Lead client communications and maintain strong long-term relationships
• Contribute to business development—winning new work for yourself and others
• Support internal initiatives and mentor junior team members

Your Expertise

• Chartered Member of the RTPI.
• Extensive, diverse planning experience (private sector background essential).
• Deep understanding of planning policy and development processes.
• Skilled in preparing and managing all forms of planning applications, appeals, and policy representations.
• Strong project leadership and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and self-motivation.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Autonomy to shape your career and lead meaningful projects
• You'll enjoy a people-first, supportive working environment that values your input and ideas.
• A supportive culture that values growth, quality, and innovation

If you're looking for a Principal to Associate planning role with impact, autonomy, and the scope to lead—this is the perfect opportunity.

Please contact Sue Greeff on [e-mail] or 07458161399