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Principal Planner – Southampton
Southampton, South Central
Tarson works with planning consultancies, developers, housebuilders and local authorities across the UK. We regularly support employers hiring for Principal Planner roles in the Southampton area, where demand remains consistently strong across development management, regeneration, mixed‑use schemes, strategic land promotion and major infrastructure.
Principal Planner responsibilities typically include leading complex planning applications, preparing detailed planning statements, managing client relationships, coordinating multi‑disciplinary consultant teams, advising on development strategy, supporting appeals, and contributing to Local Plan promotion. Southampton‑based roles often involve residential growth, commercial development, waterfront regeneration, strategic land promotion and infrastructure‑related planning projects.
If you are an experienced planning professional seeking progression, greater project responsibility or a move into consultancy, development or local government, Tarson can connect you with employers actively hiring in the Southampton market. Submit your CV to be considered for upcoming opportunities.
Job Details
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Employer
Tarson Limited -
Location
Southampton, South Central -
Salary
£50,000 – £60,000 DOE -
Contract Type
Full time, Hybrid, Permanent -
Job Level
Planner / Planning Officer -
Reference
TPA104 -
Function
Town Planning -
Sector
Private Consultancy -
Specialism
Consultancy, Development Management, Planning & Development