Principal Town Planner

Job Title: Principal Town Planner Location: Winchester Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning consultancy in their search for a Principal Town Planner to join their team in Winchester. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Principal Town Planner to take on a senior leadership role within a growing consultancy, working across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping project strategy, managing clients, and supporting the growth of the business. THE ROLE As a Principal Town Planner, you will lead and oversee a range of planning projects from early-stage strategy through to submission and determination. You will take a proactive role in client engagement, provide high-level planning advice, and mentor junior team members, positioning yourself as a key figure within the business as a Principal Town Planner. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Leading and managing complex planning applications and projects * Providing high-level strategic planning advice to clients * Acting as a key point of contact for major clients and stakeholders * Overseeing the preparation of planning reports and documentation * Managing and mentoring junior team members * Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key consultees * Driving business development and identifying new opportunities * Supporting the overall growth and direction of the business WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR * RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline * MRTPI qualified * Extensive experience within a planning consultancy environment * Strong leadership and project management skills * Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-facing abilities * Proven track record in managing complex projects * Strong commercial awareness and business development skills WHAT'S ON OFFER * Competitive salary and benefits package * Opportunity to take on a senior leadership role * Work on a wide-ranging and high-quality project portfolio * Supportive and collaborative team environment * Clear progression opportunities at a senior level Interested? Contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email at