Principal Planning Consultant - Development Lead

Principal Planning & Development Consultant
Herefordshire (Hybrid Working)
£45,000 - £60,000 + Benefits
I'm currently partnering with a well-established, multi-disciplinary property and development consultancy looking to appoint a Principal Planning & Development Consultant to strengthen and grow their presence in Hereford.
This is a key strategic hire. You'll take ownership of the planning and development function within their Herefordshire office, acting as the technical lead while driving growth, building networks and increasing market share across Herefordshire.
The Opportunity
You'll join a collaborative team of planners, surveyors, engineers, architects and archaeologists. The business offers the breadth and backing of a larger consultancy, while maintaining the agility and autonomy of a close-knit regional office.
This role blends hands-on delivery with leadership and commercial strategy.
Your Responsibilities
Act as the figurehead for planning within the Hereford office
Deliver high-quality planning consultancy across a range of sectors
Provide both general and strategic planning advice to clients
Lead the preparation and coordination of planning applications
Manage post-planning negotiations and appeal work
Oversee projects through technical design, procurement and construction phases
Coordinate internal and external teams to ensure successful project delivery
Mentor and develop junior team members
Strengthen existing client relationships and build new networks with developers, landowners, promoters and agents
Increase brand awareness and win new instructions across Herefordshire
Cross-sell complementary services including Land Promotion, Agency and Valuation
Contribute to financial performance, improving efficiency and profitability
About You
MRTPI-qualified
Strong experience delivering planning consultancy services
Commercially aware with a track record of winning work and growing teams
Confident managing clients and stakeholders
Full UK driving licence
What's On Offer
Competitive salary (£45,000-£60,000 depending on experience)
35 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) + birthday off
Additional leave for long service
Private healthcare
Paid professional memberships
Employee Assistance Programme
Discretionary bonus potential
If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely shape a regional planning offer and make a visible impact, this is well worth a conversation.

Contact Georgia Cookson (phone number removed) (url removed)

Job Reference Number: 65182