Principal Town Planner

ZipRecruiter; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned planning consultancy in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Town Planner to manage diverse planning projects. Responsibilities include preparing planning applications and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate is MRTPI qualified, has strong knowledge of UK planning policy, and possesses excellent client communication skills. This role offers hybrid working and excellent career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-related bonus

Pension scheme

Private healthcare options

Excellent career progression prospects

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in town planning.
• Proven experience delivering successful outcomes in various project types.
• Full UK driving licence required due to site travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of planning projects across East Anglia.
• Prepare and submit complex planning applications and appeals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Knowledge of UK planning legislation

Proactive and organized

Education

MRTPI qualified

Job description

Overview

Senior Town Planner / Principal Town Planner Cambridge Full-time | Permanent

A highly regarded Planning consultancy and estate agency with a strong regional presence is looking to appoint a Senior Town planner or Principal Town Planner or Associate Town Planner to join their growing Planning & Development team in Cambridge. This is a key role for an experienced planner who can take ownership of projects, contribute to business development, and provide expert advice to a diverse client base spanning residential, commercial, and rural sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a varied portfolio of planning projects across East Anglia
• Prepare and submit complex planning applications and appeals
• Undertake site appraisals and provide strategic planning advice
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders
• Support and mentor junior team members
• Contribute to business development and identify new opportunities
• Represent the company at planning committees, public consultations, and stakeholder meetings

Requirements

• MRTPI qualified with significant post-qualification experience
• Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and policy
• Proven experience delivering successful outcomes across a range of project types
• Commercially aware with excellent client-facing and communication skills
• Proactive, organised, and confident managing projects and deadlines
• Full UK driving licence (site travel required)

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-related bonus
• Pension scheme and private healthcare options
• Hybrid/flexible working
• Excellent career progression prospects within a supportive, professional team
• Opportunity to work on high-profile and regionally significant projects

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and commercially astute planner to join a respected, multi-disciplinary team and play a pivotal role in shaping the region's development landscape. If you are interested, please call (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

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