Principal to Associate Town Planner

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.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.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver expert planning advice across a range of development typesManage end-to-end planning applications, appeals, and site promotionsRepresent clients at committees, hearings, and public inquiriesOversee project teams and coordinate input from specialist consultantsLead client communications and maintain strong long-term relationshipsContribute to business development-winning new work for yourself and othersSupport internal initiatives and mentor junior team membersDesired Candidate ProfileChartered 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.If you're looking for a Principal to Associate planning role with impact, autonomy, and the scope to lead - this is the perfect opportunity.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.

Created: 2025-07-24