Principal Town Planner

Senior, Principal and Associate Town Planners Cheltenham - Hybrid working

I am currently supporting a leading Planning consultancy who are actively recruiting Senior, Principal and Associate Town Planners for their busy Cheltenham office, offering a hybrid working model (around 1-2 days per week in the office) and a competitive salary.

This is a great chance to join a collaborative and growing team where you will be working on diverse planning projects across residential, commercial, rural, heritage and strategic land sectors.

Key responsibilities (level dependent):

• Manage and progress planning applications, producing robust reports
• Prepare and present evidence at appeals, hearings and inquiries
• Represent clients at planning committees and consultations
• Lead projects (Associate level) and support business development
• Mentor junior staff and help improve service delivery

About you:

• Degree in Town Planning or related discipline (RTPI membership desirable)
• Senior/Principal: 3+ years' relevant planning experience
• Associate: 5+ years' experience, ideally with private sector exposure
• Strong knowledge of planning legislation and policy
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills
• Commercial awareness, organised and able to work independently

If you're ready to progress your planning career and work on varied, impactful projects, i'd love to hear from you - or

Refence - 63561