Principal Planner

We are looking for an experienced Principal Town Planner, with 5-10 years of experience and MRTPI.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Oversee major planning projects and ensure their successful delivery. 

• Develop and implement strategic planning strategies for clients across a range of sectors.

• Manage client relationships and ensure high levels of satisfaction.

• Provide leadership and mentorship for planning team.

• Provide thought leadership expertise at events and contribute to online content.

• Build new relationships and win new work.

• Promote and continue to raise the profile of Arrow Planning. 


Person Specification

Essential:

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Town Planning or a related field.

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in planning, with significant project management experience.

• Member of the RTPI 

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Proven ability to develop and implement planning strategies.

• Strong alignment with Arrow Planning's values of team, legacy, accountability, high standards, creative innovation, and delivering on commitments.

• Confident in delivering Planning CPD to internal and external teams 

Desirable:

Performance Expectations

• Represents the Arrow Culture and brand with consistent professionalism

• Proactive in forming and implementation of new business initiatives/solutions

• Driven to make a positive impact on communities

• Delivers high-quality work, and levels of ownership

• Consistently meets fee earning targets/KPIs

• Thought Leadership


Applications

Deadline for applications: 25 October, 2026

Job applications for this role can be submitted by email to [email protected].

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