Principal Town Planners London Ref: DB099 Permanent Salary 50,000 - 60,000 DOE Plus Benefits A well-established town planning consultancy is looking for an experienced Planner to join their team. The consultancy provides commercially focused planning advice and has a strong track record of securing high-quality, deliverable consents across England and Wales. It is nationally recognised for its technical excellence, progressive leadership, and commitment to diversity and professional development. The firm places real emphasis on its people, offering a supportive leadership team, clear career progression, and a balanced hybrid working model (typically three days in the office, two from home). Principal Town Planner Responsibilities Managing a varied caseload of planning applications and appeals across the residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors Providing clear, commercially focused planning advice to clients and project teams Leading and coordinating multidisciplinary project teams Preparing and overseeing high-quality planning reports, strategies, and submissions Engaging with local authorities, statutory consultees, and key stakeholders Supporting junior team members through mentoring and technical guidance Contributing to business development, client relationships, and project growth Principal Town Planner Requirements Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline Achieved MRTPI Experience within a consultancy or local authority planning environment Strong