Principal Town Planner

Company: TipTopJob
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Location: Winchester
Job Description:

Principal Town Planner

Location: Winchester

This role is for an experienced Principal Town Planner to lead and oversee a range of planning projects from early stage strategy to submission and determination, engaging clients, providing high level planning advice, mentoring junior team members, and driving business development.

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

Qualifications

  • 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

Benefits

  • 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 or email at

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Posted: April 21st, 2026