Location
Loughborough
Industry sector
Building, Construction
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
15/03/2026
Closing date
05/04/2026
Senior / Principal Town Planner - Midlands
Location: Midlands (hybrid working)
Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits
Sector: Town Planning | Development Consultancy
Are you an experienced Town Planner ready to take the next step in your career? We're working with a respected national planning and development consultancy with an established reputation for delivering high-quality, commercially astute planning advice across a broad range of sectors. Due to continued growth, their Midlands team is looking to appoint a Senior or Principal Planner to join their supportive and collaborative planning division.
The Opportunity:
You'll be part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team working on a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, mixed-use, and commercial developments. The role offers a genuine opportunity to develop your professional skills while playing a key role in shaping planning strategy and client relationships across the region.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage and deliver a range of planning applications and appeals.
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Provide expert advice to clients across both private and public sectors.
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Lead on projects with autonomy and accountability.
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Mentor junior team members and contribute to the ongoing growth of the Midlands office.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, developers, and landowners.
About You:
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MRTPI qualified (or equivalent).
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Strong consultancy or local authority experience, ideally with a focus on development-led planning.
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Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
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A proactive and collaborative approach, with the confidence to lead client interactions.
Why Apply?
This is a great opportunity to join a progressive, employee-focused consultancy that offers:
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A flexible and hybrid working culture.
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Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing national business.
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A strong reputation for quality work and trusted client relationships.
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Competitive salary, car allowance, and comprehensive benefits package.
If you're looking for a role where you'll be valued, challenged, and supported to grow, we'd love to hear from you.