Senior / Principal Planner – North East Newcastle upon Tyne (Hybrid Working) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior or Principal Planner to join a well-established national planning consultancy in Newcastle upon Tyne. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of high-profile projects, the successful candidate will work across a diverse portfolio of developments throughout the UK. This role offers the chance to work on major schemes across sectors including residential, mixed-use, education, healthcare, energy, leisure, retail, defence, and commercial development. The consultancy advises a wide range of leading developers, contractors, educational institutions, and private sector clients nationwide. The Newcastle team has an excellent reputation for delivering high-profile and award-winning developments across the region, including leisure, healthcare, student accommodation, urban living, and regeneration schemes. Current projects include large-scale residential-led regeneration, city centre mixed-use developments, industrial and logistics projects, and strategic urban expansion schemes. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing complex planning applications, providing strategic planning advice, supporting junior colleagues, and contributing to the continued growth of the Newcastle office and wider business. What’s on Offer Competitive salary depending on experience Car allowance (Senior level and above) Bonus scheme Hybrid and flexible working arrangements 25 days annual leave plus additional Christmas leave Private healthcare and dental cover Life assurance and income protection RTPI membership fees paid Excellent pension scheme Structured training and career progression opportunities Active social, networking and CSR programme Ongoing mentoring and support from senior leadership The consultancy places a strong emphasis on professional development and internal progression, with a proven track record of promoting from within. Employees benefit from a comprehensive training programme including in-house seminars, external industry sessions, networking events, and tailored development support. Key Requirements RTPI accredited degree (or equivalent relevant qualification) MRTPI qualified Strong experience across a range of planning sectors Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system Experience managing complex planning applications and providing strategic advice Strong written and verbal communication skills Commercial awareness and strong organisational skills Ability to manage multiple projects effectively Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members Proficient in Microsoft 365 Desirable Experience Experience working on projects within the North East and/or North West Background in education, large-scale residential, or mixed-use urban development projects Both full-time and part-time applicants will be considered. Employees are expected to work from the office a minimum of three days per week, with flexibility to work from home for the remainder. Apply now or contact Marta – marta@zodiacrecruitment.co.uk / 01792 677 005