Principal Town Planner

Bennett and Game Recruitment currently have the pleasure of representing a well-established Town Planning Consultancy based in York, who are seeking an ambitious Principal Town Planner to join the team. Our client offer wide selection of planning services and advice on a mixture of projects within the residential, strategic land, energy and environmental project across England and Wales.

With 2 offices based throughout the UK, our client has developed a healthy pipeline and a strong cliental. Their steady workload, not only stems from repeat business of private clients but also from an sister company. As a Principal Town Planner you will be a vital part of the wider team, working independently on projects from beginning through to conclusion. You will be liaising directly with clients including, building new client relationships and managing existing relationships with client meetings and site visits. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Principal Planner to join a friendly, employee focused company that offer excellent career progression opportunities.

Principal Town Planner Benefits

Competitive salary ranging from £35,000 - £65,000 (depending on experience)
Pension
Hybrid working, 2 days from home
Social events
30 days annual leave, including bank holidays
Progression opportunities
Other opportunities to be discussed at interview stage

Principal Town Planner Position Overview

Working on a wide range of planning applications and planning appeals with an emphasis on large-scale residential and renewable energy projects
Communicating effectively with both other professional and client's
Delivering projects within set timeframe
Completing planning applications, advice and appraisals
Offering in-depth planning advice and consultation

Principal Town Planner Position Requirements

5-8 years+ of relevant experience
RTPI Registered or working towards Chartership
A proven track record managing caseloads for different types of planning applications ideally with an emphasis on the residential and/or renewable energy sectors
Ability to liaise and uphold client relationships.
Degree qualified
The ability to prepare and present high quality planning reports
Extensive experience working in either of the private or public sectors Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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