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Principal Planner

Hybrid in London·Full-time·Added 21 days ago (last checked 9 Oct)

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Overview

Salary
£50,000 - £63,000 a year

About £3,290 - £3,920 a month after tax.

Work mode
Hybrid, London
Contract
Full-time
Experience
Senior level

Skills

The role

Principal Planner

London | £50,000-£63,000

This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded London planning consultancy working on some of the capital's more complex development projects. The team is seeking a Principal Planner who combines technical judgement with an assured client manner.

Ready for more ownership, better project exposure and a clearer route forward?

This role is built around one central idea: work on complex London applications where planning strategy, negotiation and project coordination are central. The team's current workload includes major residential, commercial, hotels, mixed-use and urban regeneration.

What you would be doing

The team's workload includes major residential, commercial, hotels, mixed-use and urban regeneration. The central purpose of the position is to work on complex London applications where planning strategy, negotiation and project coordination are central.

Prepare clear planning appraisals, statements and strategic advice.

Manage planning applications and coordinate technical inputs.

Maintain regular, professional communication with clients and project teams.

Negotiate constructively with local planning authorities and other stakeholders.

Review work produced by junior colleagues and support their development.

Contribute to fee proposals, client development and the commercial management of projects.

About you

Mrtpi; london consultancy experience; capable of managing major applications and demanding clients. You should also be organised, dependable and able to explain planning issues in straightforward language. The business is interested in people who value good advice and long-term client relationships rather than unnecessary internal politics.

Package and working arrangements

The salary is £50,000-£63,000. The wider package includes bonus, hybrid working, healthcare, pension and progression to Associate. Exact arrangements will depend on experience and will be discussed openly during the process.

To apply or discuss the role confidentially, contact:

Shaun Lewis

Director | FutureGen Recruitment

shaun@futuregenrecruitment.com

07789 371470


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