Principal Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A planning consultancy in Hampshire is seeking a Principal / Associate Town Planner to lead complex projects and manage client relationships. The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Town Planner with strong project management and communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, career progression opportunities, and a supportive working culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Supportive and flexible working culture

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong and broad planning experience within consultancy or development.
• Commercially aware with proven client-facing experience.
• Full driving licence (exceptions considered).

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing complex planning projects from inception to completion.
• Preparing and presenting planning applications, appraisals, and appeals.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Principal / Associate Town Planner

Location: Hampshire

A highly regarded planning consultancy is seeking a Principal / Associate Town Planner to join its expanding team in Hampshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional to take ownership of a varied portfolio of projects and play a key role in client management and business development.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing complex planning projects from inception to completion
• Preparing and presenting planning applications, appraisals, and appeals
• Representing clients at committee meetings and inquiries
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Mentoring and supporting junior colleagues while promoting team development
• Contributing to business development and the company\'s wider growth strategy

Requirements

• Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI)
• Strong and broad planning experience within consultancy or development
• Excellent project management and communication skills
• Commercially aware with proven client-facing experience
• Full driving licence (exceptions considered)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Supportive and flexible working culture
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Diverse, high-quality project portfolio
• Collaborative and well-established consultancy environment

This is a great opportunity for a Principal / Associate Town Planner who is eager to take the next step in their career, build strong client networks, and lead on exciting and challenging projects.

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)