Morson Edge is currently recruiting for a Principal Town Planner to join an established planning-led consultancy based in Gloucestershire.
With a diverse project pipeline covering residential, strategic land, and renewable energy schemes, this is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of projects, work independently, and contribute to the growth of a high-performing team.
You'll be working alongside a small, experienced team, managing projects from inception through to completion, and helping to mentor junior staff while supporting client management and business development.
What You'll Be Doing
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Managing a varied portfolio of planning projects, including residential, strategic, and renewable schemes, from inception through to delivery.
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Taking responsibility for client relationships and managing consultants where required.
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Preparing planning applications, statements, reports, and supporting technical documents.
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Participating in public consultations and representing projects to stakeholders.
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Mentoring and developing junior team members, supporting their technical growth.
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Contributing to business development, promoting services, and supporting the team's growth.
What We're Looking For
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MRTPI (or working towards) with strong private-sector experience, ideally from a consultancy environment.
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Proven experience managing development control projects and residential schemes.
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Direct client management experience and the ability to take projects from inception to delivery.
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Confident and independent, with the ability to take a strategic view while delivering practical outcomes.
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Collaborative mindset with a focus on practical delivery rather than excessive detail.
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Experience in renewable energy projects and/or minerals planning advantageous but not essential.
What's On Offer
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Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience).
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Hybrid working pattern: 3 days WFH, 2 days in office.
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Supportive, multidisciplinary team environment.
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Clear path for career progression and leadership development.
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Opportunity to work on diverse and meaningful projects with mid-sized developers and promoters.
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Real chance to shape project delivery and contribute to business growth.
Interested?
Send your CV today, or contact
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