Principal or Associate Town Planner

Job Title: Principal / Associate Town Planner
Location: Hampshire (Hybrid/Flexible Working Available)
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent

A leading independent planning consultancy based in Hampshire is looking to appoint a Principal or Associate-level Planner to join their growing team.

With a strong pipeline of work across residential, commercial, leisure, heritage, and energy sectors, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a well-established and highly regarded practice with a reputation for excellence.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary tailored to experience and level
• Flexible/hybrid working to support work-life balance
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Private medical including dental and optical cover
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Clear route for career progression
• Interesting and diverse project work with both national and regional clients

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading on a variety of planning projects, from initial strategy through to submission and appeal
• Providing planning advice to a diverse client base including major developers, estates, landowners, and private individuals
• Preparing and submitting planning applications, site appraisals, and development strategies
• Developing and managing client relationships and contributing to business development
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members
• Staying informed on relevant policy and legislative changes

About the Consultancy

This independent planning consultancy has built a strong reputation over several decades by offering commercially-minded, clear and strategic planning advice. From small-scale, bespoke developments to large-scale strategic land projects, the firm supports clients across a wide range of sectors and locations. Their offices offer a supportive, professional environment where individual contribution is valued, and growth is encouraged.

The Hampshire office serves as a central base for projects across the South and beyond. With a friendly and approachable team culture, this is an ideal setting for planners who enjoy variety, autonomy, and collaboration.

About You

• MRTPI qualified (or very close to achieving chartered status)
• Strong experience in planning consultancy or a similar private sector environment
• Able to manage projects and client relationships independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commercially aware, with confidence in business development and work generation
• Organised, proactive, and detail-oriented
• A team player who enjoys mentoring and collaborating with others

Interested in joining a planning consultancy where you can truly make an impact?
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment with real prospects for progression.