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Principal – Place Economic Strategy Senior-Level Role
Market-leading Salary + Bonus | Hybrid Working | London HQ / UK-Wide Applicants Welcome
Are you passionate about shaping the future of places across the UK? Do you want to be part of a dynamic, medium-sized consultancy with the agility to offer real autonomy and the scale to make a meaningful national impact?
We’re working with a fast-growing advisory firm that partners with public sector bodies, developers and investors to design and deliver place-based economic strategies that drive inclusive growth, regeneration and long-term value. As part of their next growth phase, they are now seeking a Principal to lead high-impact projects, grow client relationships and contribute to a collaborative and forward-thinking team focused on place-based innovation.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Lead major projects across local government reform, devolution, economic strategy and regeneration planning
* Advise senior stakeholders including combined authorities and councils on place positioning and growth planning
* Shape economic development strategies at all scales from local neighbourhoods to regional frameworks
* Mentor junior consultants and manage high-performing project teams
* Spearhead business development and account growth, responding to a rapidly expanding market
* Deliver outputs including socio-economic assessments, business cases and investment prospectuses
What We’re Looking For
* Experience in economic development, regeneration, or place strategy - ideally within consultancy
* Strong understanding of spatial economics, policy and strategic planning
* Confident communicator who can influence senior public sector stakeholders with clear, narrative-driven insights
* Able to manage complex client accounts and identify new areas for growth
* Political intelligence and a clear understanding of how places function economically and socially
Why Apply?
* Join a business in the middle of a growth journey, where you can shape the direction of your team and division
* Be part of a values-driven consultancy with a public sector-only focus and strong social mission
* Autonomy, flexibility and progression in a non-hierarchical, agile environment
* Hybrid working culture – HQ in London, but open to candidates based anywhere in the UK
Location: London HQ or remote from anywhere in the UK, with occasional visits to the HQ
Apply now with your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
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