Principal Town Planner – Milton Keynes
Location: Milton Keynes (hybrid working)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + excellent benefits
Employer: Leading UK Planning Consultancy (confidential)
Are you an experienced Senior Planner ready to step up, or a Principal Town Planner seeking a new challenge with a consultancy where you can genuinely influence direction and client strategy?
We are partnering with a well-respected, independent planning consultancy with a strong track record across residential, commercial, retail and mixed-use developments. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a Principal Town Planner for their Milton Keynes office.
Why This Role?
* Take a leading role on complex, high-profile and strategic projects across the region
* Join a supportive, ambitious and highly collaborative team
* Work closely with a varied client base spanning both public and private sectors
* Influence business direction and support the development of the wider team
The Role
* Leading on planning applications, appeals, development promotions and strategic land projects
* Providing specialist planning advice to clients, stakeholders and project teams
* Developing client relationships and supporting business development initiatives
* Managing project budgets, timelines and quality of delivery
* Mentoring and supporting the development of junior and mid-level planners
About You
* MRTPI status
* Demonstrable experience within planning consultancy, or a mix of consultancy and local authority experience
* A strong track record of delivering major or complex projects
* Excellent communication, client management and report writing capabilities
* The confidence to take ownership of projects and contribute to team growth
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
* Hybrid working model
* Supportive and progressive culture with clear routes to further career advancement
* Opportunity to lead on diverse and high-profile client work
Contact Neil Ellerton of Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) for more information.
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