Average Principal salary in the UK

Principal Ecologist Belfast £35,000-£50,000 I am pleased to announce that we are looking for a Principal Ecologist to join an exciting team in Belfast! This consultancy is expanding and are looking for someone friendly and enthusiastic to join the senior team. You will get the opportunity to provide specialist ecological input on a wide range of projects while supporting the team through giving advice on surveys, strategies, and mitigation. Benefits for the role of a Principal Ecologist include: Flexible working opportunities.Excellent training and support with clear progression pathways.Brilliant training package. The role of a Principal Ecologist involves: Providing senior support and specialist knowledge to ecological projects.Management of large-scale projects and ecology team members.Tendering and budgeting. The requirements include: Experience in the ecological industry, including leading a team.Experience in EIA's and knowledge of planning systems.Working knowledge of DEFRA BNG Metric and the principles of Biodiversity Net Gain would be preferable. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career and work alongside a great group of passionate people! To apply, please send your CV to and call Hannah Parker in the office on .

Principal Town PlannerFull-time & Part-time OptionsBristol - Hybrid Penguin Recruitment is excited to be supporting one of Bristol's leading planning consultancies in their search for a dedicated and experienced Principal Town Planner to join their dynamic team! This consultancy offers a wide range of planning services to both public and private sector clients, covering sectors such as residential, commercial, retail, healthcare, energy, education, and leisure for both national and local clients. Why Apply? The successful candidate will benefit from: Diverse Projects: Work on impactful developments across various sectors in one of the UK's most vibrant cities.Collaborative Environment: Join a dynamic, supportive team where your expertise is valued, and your career growth is encouraged.Career Development: Enjoy a clear career progression path, ongoing professional development, and opportunities for advancement.Work-Life Balance: Competitive salary, flexible working options, Bonus scheme, and a comprehensive benefits package designed for your well-being. Key Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of a variety of projects, providing expert advice, managing planning applications, and handling appeals.Develop and present planning appraisals, strategy reports, and policy recommendations.Prepare and submit planning applications and related documentation.Monitor and negotiate applications after submission, including representing the team at relevant meetings.Lead and manage planning appeals.Contribute to the preparation of representations on emerging planning policies and local plans. Candidate Requirements: RTPI accredited degree with progress towards MRTPI Chartership.A solid understanding of UK planning systems and regulations.A proactive, commercially focused approach, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with clients and stakeholders at all levels. Interested? For further details or to apply, please send your up-to-date CV to Megan Field at or call .

Principal / Associate PlannerBristol | Hybrid WorkingCompetitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Penguin Recruitment is proud to be working with an award-winning independent planning consultancy as they look to expand their highly respected team of Planning and Regeneration Consultants in Bristol. We're seeking an experienced and motivated Principal or Associate Planner to help drive forward a diverse and exciting portfolio of projects. What's on Offer: You'll be joining a practice that truly values its people. Alongside a competitive market salary and performance-related bonuses, you'll enjoy a standout benefits package including: Generous annual leave (starting at 27.5 days + bank holidays)Hybrid and flexible working optionsPrivate healthcare insuranceHealth & wellbeing plan (including dental, optical, physio & private GP services)Enhanced maternity and paternity payLife insurance & company pension contributions About the Role: This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a wide range of residential, commercial, and regeneration projects. The Bristol team has a strong track record of delivering financially viable planning permissions for both private clients and national housebuilders. You'll have the chance to lead on major applications, influence strategy, and help shape high-quality developments across the region. What We're Looking For: MRTPI chartered (essential)Ideally with consultancy experience, though strong candidates from the public sector will also be consideredStrong understanding of the residential and strategic land sectorsConfident managing projects and clients independentlyA team player with excellent communication and organisational skills ?? Interested? We'd love to hear from you! To apply or find out more, please contact Megan Field:?? ??