Principal Town Planner

Posted 09 January 2026
Salary £38k - 60k per year
LocationCheltenham
Job type Permanent - Full Time
Discipline Town Planning
ReferenceJO0000063561

Job description

Senior, Principal and Associate Town Planners
Cheltenham - Hybrid working

I am currently supporting a leading Planning consultancy who are actively recruiting Senior, Principal and Associate Town Planners for their busy Cheltenham office, offering a hybrid working model (around 1-2 days per week in the office) and a competitive salary.

This is a great chance to join a collaborative and growing team where you will be working on diverse planning projects across residential, commercial, rural, heritage and strategic land sectors.

Key responsibilities (level dependent):
·Manage and progress planning applications, producing robust reports
·Prepare and present evidence at appeals, hearings and inquiries
·Represent clients at planning committees and consultations
·Lead projects (Associate level) and support business development
·Mentor junior staff and help improve service delivery

About you:
·Degree in Town Planning or related discipline (RTPI membership desirable)
·Senior/Principal: 3+ years' relevant planning experience
·Associate: 5+ years' experience, ideally with private sector exposure
·Strong knowledge of planning legislation and policy
·Excellent communication and report-writing skills
·Commercial awareness, organised and able to work independently

If you're ready to progress your planning career and work on varied, impactful projects, i'd love to hear from you - 02393 876 054 or ashleigh.waterhouse@carringtonwest.com
 
Refence - 63561