Principal to Associate Planner Location: Hampshire Salary: £40-60k About the Role This is your chance to take on a pivotal role in a respected and growing planning consultancy.
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As a Principal to Associate Planner, you’ll work independently across a wide range of planning projects, delivering insightful, tailored advice and building lasting client relationships.
You’ll also play a key part in driving new business, positioning yourself as a trusted expert in the field.
Perfect for someone who thrives in a strategic, autonomous environment and is looking to elevate their career with high-impact work and leadership opportunities in supporting and mentoring junior colleagues.
What You’ll Be Doing Deliver expert planning advice across a range of development types Manage end-to-end planning applications, appeals, and site promotions Represent clients at committees, hearings, and public inquiries Oversee project teams and coordinate input from specialist consultants Lead client communications and maintain strong long-term relationships Contribute to business development—winning new work for yourself and others Support internal initiatives and mentor junior team members Your Expertise Chartered Member of the RTPI.
Extensive, diverse planning experience (private sector background essential).
Deep understanding of planning policy and development processes.
Skilled in preparing and managing all forms of planning applications, appeals, and policy representations.
Strong project leadership and communication skills.
Commercial awareness and self-motivation.
Why This Role Stands Out Autonomy to shape your career and lead meaningful projects You'll enjoy a people-first, supportive working environment that values your input and ideas.
A supportive culture that values growth, quality, and innovation If you're looking for a Principal to Associate planning role with impact, autonomy, and the scope to lead—this is the perfect opportunity.
Please contact Sue Greeff on sgreeff@cobaltrecruitment.com or 07458161399