Principal Planning Development Lead
Posted: 10-03-2026
Company: Joshua Robert Recruitment
Type: Permanent
Reference: 224843008
Type: Permanent
Reference: 224843008
Job Description:
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.
The Role You will act as the senior planning figure within the office, providing technical expertise while supporting the growth of the development pipeline locally.
Responsibilities will include:
- 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.