Principal/Associate Town Planner
Hybrid Working
£50,000 - £65,000 DOE
Stratford-upon-Avon

Carrington West is supporting a well-established, multidisciplinary consultancy in the appointment of a Principal/Associate Town Planner on a full-time, permanent basis.
This role offers the opportunity to play a key role within an experienced planning team, working alongside architects and landscape designers to deliver projects nationwide. The position is ideally suited to an established Principal-level planner or an ambitious planner ready to step into an Associate role, with a strong focus on project leadership, client management, and business growth.

The Role:
Lead and manage complex planning applications, appeals, and pre-application strategies
Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing high-level planning advice
Contribute to business development and support the growth of client relationships
Oversee and support junior planners within the team
Collaborate closely with internal and external consultants
Attend client meetings and site visits across the UK

Requirements:
Proven experience within a planning consultancy or local authority environment
RTPI Chartered Member (Associate level preferred for Associate role)
Strong technical knowledge of the UK planning system
Confident communicator with excellent negotiation and presentation skills
Ability to manage projects autonomously and lead multidisciplinary teams
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

Benefits:
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Competitive salary and benefits package, including car allowance
Supportive and people-focused company culture
Ongoing mentoring and leadership support
RTPI membership fees covered
Opportunity for employee share ownership

Salary is negotiable and dependent on experience. Flexible working arrangements can be discussed at interview stage.
This role is moving quickly and represents a strong long-term opportunity.

To apply, please submit your CV or contact Ashleigh Waterhouse on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.

Job Reference: 63297

If you are a Principal or Associate Town Planner open to new opportunities, but this role is not quite right, please still apply to be considered for other positions.