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Principal Town Planner in Milton Keynes

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Principal Town Planner\n Location: Milton Keynes\n\nPenguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an established and well respected planning consultancy in their search for a Principal Town Planner to join their Milton Keynes office. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced planning professional to take on a senior, client-facing role within a consultancy known for its high quality service, diverse project portfolio, and supportive team culture.\n\nBenefits:\n\nCompetitive salary and benefits package\n\nFlexible and hybrid working arrangements\n\nOpportunity to lead and manage a range of high profile projects\n\nExcellent career progression and professional development opportunities\n\nSupportive and collaborative working environment\n\nThe Role\n As a Principal Town Planner, you'll take the lead on a range of complex and high value planning projects across residential, commercial, and mixed use sectors. You'll act as a trusted advisor to clients, oversee project teams, and provide strategic planning advice from inception through to delivery.

The position also offers opportunities to contribute to business development and mentor junior members of the team.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nLeading and managing planning applications, appeals, and development strategies\n\nProviding expert planning advice to clients, landowners, and developers\n\nPreparing planning statements, appraisals, and policy representations\n\nRepresenting clients at planning committees, hearings, and public inquiries\n\nSupporting and mentoring junior team members to foster their development\n\nIdentifying new business opportunities and supporting company growth initiatives\n\nAbout You\n The successful Principal Town Planner will be commercially astute, confident in managing client relationships, and capable of delivering high-quality planning outcomes. You'll bring a combination of technical expertise, leadership, and strategic thinking to help shape the future success of the team.\n\nRequirements:\n\nRTPI-accredited degree or postgraduate qualification\n\nMRTPI chartered status (essential)\n\nRelevant experience in planning, ideally in a private consultancy environment\n\nProven ability to manage projects, clients, and multidisciplinary teams\n\nExcellent understanding of UK planning legislation and procedures\n\nStrong communication and report-writing skills\n\nA proactive and motivated approach to work and business development\n\nThis is a great opportunity for an ambitious Principal Town Planner seeking to take the next step in their career, working within a respected consultancy on exciting and diverse projects.\n\nIf you are interested in this Principal Town Planner position, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment

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Principal Town Planner in Milton Keynes

Milton Keynes, UK
Full time

Published on 11/12/2025

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