Principal Planner

Job Title:

Principal Planner

Location:

Cardiff (Hybrid)

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading planning, development economics and design consultancy in the UK. The practice is recognised for its creative, dynamic and collaborative culture, advising major developers and house builders on complex and high‑profile projects across England and Wales.

As part of the Cardiff Planning team, you will contribute to the delivery of significant projects involving strategic planning, development management, and project coordination across a diverse portfolio of private and public sector clients. This is an opportunity to join a growing and respected consultancy, working on varied and challenging schemes while helping shape the built environment across Wales and beyond.

The successful candidate will ideally demonstrate:

• MRTPI qualification
• A commercial approach, with the ability planning knowledge within a broader property context
• Strong analytical and written communication skills, with confidence engaging at all levels
• An energetic, proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and develop
• Strong client‑facing experience and the ability to manage projects effectively

• Competitive salary (GBP
  40,000 : GBP
  50,000, depending on experience)
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising by 1 day per year up to 30 days)
• Pension scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance (death in service benefit)
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Staff referral bonus scheme
• Discounted property and financial services

Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, Josh Jones on 362 010 or