Principal Town Planner

Location: Scotland

m currently working with a well-established and highly regarded town planning consultancy that is looking to appoint a Principal Town Planner to play a key role in the next phase of its growth.

This is a senior appointment suited to an experienced planner who enjoys combining technical excellence with leadership, client engagement, and strategic input.

The Opportunity

You'll be joining a respected planning team with a strong pipeline of work across residential, mixed-use, commercial, and public sector projects. The role offers genuine autonomy, influence over project direction, and the chance to mentor and develop junior colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage complex planning applications and appeals

Provide expert planning advice to clients, stakeholders, and local authorities

Contribute to business development and client relationship management

Support and mentor junior members of the planning team

Play a strategic role in shaping the consultancy's future growth

About You

MRTPI qualified (or eligible)

Significant experience within consultancy or local authority planning

Strong technical knowledge and commercial awareness

Confident communicator with proven client-facing experience

Comfortable operating at senior/Principal level with leadership responsibilities

What's on Offer

A senior role with real influence and progression potential

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive, collaborative team culture

Long-term career development within a stable and growing consultancy

If you're an experienced planner looking for a step up-or a Principal seeking a more influential, people-focused role-this is a confidential conversation worth having