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Principal Planner\n Location: Nottingham\n\nPenguin Recruitment is delighted to be working with a well established and respected planning and design consultancy based in Nottingham. They are known for delivering innovative, high quality projects across the UK, and their office is now seeking a Principal Planner to join their senior team.\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to work in a collaborative, high profile environment where planners work alongside urban designers, architects, and major clients to help shape sustainable, meaningful places.\n\nThe Benefits\n\nCompetitive salary tailored to experience\n\nFlexible/hybrid working arrangements\n\nExcellent professional development support, including RTPI CPD\n\nOpportunities to lead nationally significant and complex projects\n\nInclusive and supportive team culture\n\nClear progression pathway within a well-regarded consultancy\n\nThe Role\n As a Principal Planner, you will take a leadership role in delivering strategic and complex planning projects across sectors such as residential, commercial, regeneration, infrastructure, and mixed-use developments. You will manage client relationships, guide multidisciplinary teams, and influence projects from inception to delivery.\n\nYour responsibilities will include:\n\nLeading, managing, and securing major planning projects\n\nPreparing, coordinating, and submitting complex planning applications\n\nProviding high-level planning advice, strategies, and policy guidance\n\nPreparing planning statements, supporting documents, and proofs of evidence\n\nEngaging with senior clients, local authorities, and stakeholders\n\nMentoring and developing senior and junior team members\n\nDriving best practice and contributing to the strategic growth of the Nottingham office\n\nAbout You\n We're looking for a senior planning professional who brings:\n\nMRTPI status\n\nSignificant experience in planning consultancy, local authority, or client-side roles\n\nProven track record delivering large-scale and complex development projects\n\nExcellent report writing, project management, and leadership skills\n\nConfidence in managing client relationships and influencing stakeholders\n\nStrategic thinking, proactive approach, and passion for high-quality placemaking\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected planning consultancy where your expertise, leadership, and career ambitions will be fully supported.\n\nIf you're interested in this Principal Planner role, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment

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