Principal Town Planner

Principal Town Planner - Kettering
An established and highly respected multidisciplinary property and planning consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Principal Town Planner to join its growing team in Kettering.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planning professional to step into a senior role within a collaborative and commercially focused environment, working across a diverse portfolio of projects throughout the UK.

The successful candidate will play a key role in leading planning projects, managing client relationships, mentoring junior team members, and contributing to the continued growth of the planning division.

The Role

As Principal Town Planner, you will be responsible for:

Managing a varied caseload of planning applications and appeals
Providing strategic planning advice to a wide range of clients
Leading projects across residential, commercial, rural and mixed-use developments
Preparing and reviewing planning statements and supporting documentation
Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Liaising with local authorities, stakeholders and consultants
Supporting and mentoring junior planners
Assisting with business development and team growth initiatives

About You

To be considered for this role, you should have:

MRTPI chartered status
Significant experience within either consultancy or local authority planning
Strong knowledge of the UK planning system
Excellent report writing and communication skills
Proven experience managing projects and client relationships
Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
Full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

Competitive salary package
Performance-related bonus
Hybrid/flexible working
Clear career progression opportunities
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Pension scheme and additional benefits
Exposure to high-quality and diverse projects

This position would suit a Senior Planner ready to take the next step or an established Principal Planner seeking a fresh challenge within a well-regarded consultancy environment.

For a confidential discussion or to find out more, please get in touch today