Principal Planning Development Lead

Overview

A well-established, multi-disciplinary property and development consultancy is seeking a Principal Planning Consultant / Development Lead to help grow its presence in Northamptonshire. The business operates across several Midlands offices and provides a range of services including planning, architecture, engineering and surveying. You’ll be joining a collaborative development team and working on a varied mix of projects, with the opportunity to play a key role in shaping and expanding the planning and development offer in the Kettering office.

This is a senior role combining hands-on planning consultancy with leadership and business development.

• Delivering planning consultancy across a range of sectors, including strategic and general planning advice
• Leading and coordinating planning applications, negotiations and appeals
• Managing projects and working closely with colleagues across planning, architecture, surveying and engineering
• Acting as a key contact for clients and providing expert development advice
• Supporting and mentoring colleagues within the wider team
• Helping to drive growth by building relationships with developers, landowners, promoters and agents across the region
• Contributing to the ongoing development and diversification of the planning service

• Strong experience in planning consultancy across a variety of sectors
• Confident managing projects and working collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams
• A proven ability to build networks and develop new business
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• Full UK driving licence required

A competitive salary and benefits package is available, alongside flexible working and the opportunity to play a leading role in the growth of an established consultancy team.