Principal to Associate Town Planner
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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
- Salary: £40-60k plus usual benefits
When applying to any role through Cobalt, your CV will never be shared with a client without your prior consent. Apply in confidence below or get in touch with me for a confidential discussion about the position via [email protected] or 07458161399.
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