Senior / Principal Planner Location: Knutsford Working Pattern: Hybrid Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 plus benefitsPenguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a specialist countryside planning consultancy in Cheshire with the appointment of a Senior / Principal Planner. This consultancy is recognised for delivering high-quality, well-reasoned planning advice underpinned by strong practical understanding and professional judgement.The OpportunityThe Senior / Principal Planner will work across a diverse portfolio of countryside and rural planning projects, including:Rural diversification and farm business developmentsEstate planning and long-term land strategiesPlanning appeals, certificates and enforcement mattersComplex countryside planning challengesResidential developments of up to 100 dwellingsCommercial greenfield developments of up to 25 acresThe consultancy places clear emphasis on quality over volume, focusing on meaningful outcomes that support clients, rural businesses and communities.The RoleThe Senior / Principal Planner will take ownership of projects from initial enquiry through to determination, with responsibilities including:Leading planning projects end-to-endDeveloping clear, robust planning strategiesExplaining complex planning issues in a practical and accessible wayPreparing high-quality planning applications and supporting documentsManaging discussions with planning officers and external consultantsWorking directly with clients on matters of personal and