Job Title: Principal Town Planner
Location: Cheltenham
Salary: Up to £50,000 DOE
Role Overview:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Town Planner to join a reputable planning consultancy in Cheltenham. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering a wide range of planning projects, providing expert advice, and leading the development of high-quality planning solutions for a variety of clients. This is an excellent opportunity for career progression within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
Key Responsibilities:
*Lead planning applications and development proposals from inception to approval, ensuring successful outcomes.
*Provide expert planning advice across residential, commercial, and mixed-use development projects.
*Manage and prepare complex planning submissions, including applications, appeals, and representations.
*Coordinate and collaborate with clients, local authorities, statutory consultees, and other key stakeholders.
*Prepare detailed planning reports and supporting documentation for planning applications and appeals.
*Conduct site appraisals and feasibility studies, identifying planning risks and opportunities.
*Mentor and guide junior planners, fostering their professional development.
*Keep up to date with changes in planning legislation, policies, and best practices.
*Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
*Represent planning interests at meetings with clients and local authorities.
Skills & Experience:
*RTPI membership (or working towards) is essential.
*Proven experience in town planning, with a thorough understanding of the UK planning system.
*Demonstrated experience leading planning applications and managing projects across various sectors.
*Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage relationships and expectations.
*Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, managing multiple projects effectively.
*Experience in development management and strategic planning is highly desirable.
*Strong knowledge of local planning policy and legislation.
*Full UK driving license and access to your own vehicle.
Why Join:
*Competitive salary of up to £50,000 DOE.
*Excellent opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
*A collaborative and supportive working environment.
*Work on a variety of exciting and diverse projects.
*Flexible hybrid working options.
*A strong commitment to work-life balance and continuous professional development.
Interested?
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This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position