Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Job Title: Principal Planner
Location: Cardiff (Hybrid)
About the Role:
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading planning, development economics and design consultancy in the UK. The practice is recognised for its creative, dynamic and collaborative culture, advising major developers and housebuilders on complex and high-profile projects across England and Wales.
The Role:
As part of the Cardiff Planning team, you will contribute to the delivery of significant projects involving strategic planning, development management, and project coordination across a diverse portfolio of private and public sector clients.
This is an opportunity to join a growing and respected consultancy, working on varied and challenging schemes while helping shape the built environment across Wales and beyond.
Candidate Requirements:
The successful candidate will ideally demonstrate:
- MRTPI qualification
- A commercial approach, with the ability to apply planning knowledge within a broader property context
- Strong analytical and written communication skills, with confidence engaging at all levels
- An energetic, proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and develop
- Strong client-facing experience and the ability to manage projects effectively
What's on Offer:
- Competitive salary (£40,000 – £50,000, depending on experience)
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising by 1 day per year up to 30 days)
- Pension scheme (salary sacrifice)
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance (death in service benefit)
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)
- Retail and lifestyle discounts
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Eye care vouchers
- Staff referral bonus scheme
- Discounted property and financial services
Interested?
The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on or
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