Job Title: Principal/Associate Planner
Location: Hampshire
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and highly regarded planning practice known for delivering honest, commercially grounded planning advice with a personal touch. The team handles a broad portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, rural, and mixed-use developments-and they're now looking for a Principal Planner to join them.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of your own client base, lead projects with autonomy, and play an active role in shaping the future of the business.
The Role
You'll join a knowledgeable and collaborative consultancy where you'll have the chance to manage a variety of planning applications and client relationships from day one. Your responsibilities will include:
Leading planning applications, appeals, and site promotion work
Preparing appraisals, reports, and clear planning strategies
Managing pre-application submissions, enforcement matters, and listed building consents
Representing clients at committee meetings, site visits, and hearings
Mentoring junior staff and reviewing their work
Generating your own pipeline of work through business development, networking, and relationship managementAbout You
MRTPI qualified with a strong grounding in planning consultancy
Demonstrated ability to manage a varied caseload independently
Strong commercial awareness and ability to tailor advice to client goals
Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
Organised, proactive, and able to meet deadlines across multiple projects
Comfortable mentoring and guiding more junior colleagues
UK driving licence and willingness to travel for site visits and meetingsWhat's On Offer
Competitive salary depending on experience
Company bonus scheme
Flexible and hybrid working options
Strong emphasis on personal development and career progression
Clear path to Associate and Partnership-level positions
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunity to shape your own portfolio and client relationshipsInterested?
The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or