Principal Town Planner

Overview

Morson Edge is currently recruiting for a Principal Town Planner to join an established planning-led consultancy based in Gloucestershire.

With a diverse project pipeline covering residential, strategic land, and renewable energy schemes, this is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of projects, work independently, and contribute to the growth of a high-performing team.

You'll be working alongside a small, experienced team, managing projects from inception through to completion, and helping to mentor junior staff while supporting client management and business development.

• Managing a varied portfolio of planning projects, including residential, strategic, and renewable schemes, from inception through to delivery.
• Taking responsibility for client relationships and managing consultants where required.
• Preparing planning applications, statements, reports, and supporting technical documents.
• Participating in public consultations and representing projects to stakeholders.
• Mentoring and developing junior team members, supporting their technical growth.
• Contributing to business development, promoting services, and supporting the team's growth.

• MRTPI (or working towards) with strong private-sector experience, ideally from a consultancy environment.
• Proven experience managing development control projects and residential schemes.
• Direct client management experience and the ability to take projects from inception to delivery.
• Confident and independent, with the ability to take a strategic view while delivering practical outcomes.
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on practical delivery rather than excessive detail.
• Experience in renewable energy projects and/or minerals planning advantageous but not essential.

• Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience).
• Hybrid working pattern: 3 days WFH, 2 days in office.
• Supportive, multidisciplinary team environment.
• Clear path for career progression and leadership development.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and meaningful projects with mid-sized developers and promoters.
• Real chance to shape project delivery and contribute to business growth.

Interested?

Send your CV today, or contact Jonah Peto at Morson Edge for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

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