Principal in City of London

Job description

Principal – Place Economic Strategy Senior-Level Role

Market-leading Salary + Bonus | Hybrid Working | London HQ / UK-Wide Applicants Welcome

Are you passionate about shaping the future of places across the UK? Do you want to be part of a dynamic, medium-sized consultancy with the agility to offer real autonomy and the scale to make a meaningful national impact?

We’re working with a fast-growing advisory firm that partners with public sector bodies, developers and investors to design and deliver place-based economic strategies that drive inclusive growth, regeneration and long-term value. As part of their next growth phase, they are now seeking a Principal to lead high-impact projects, grow client relationships and contribute to a collaborative and forward-thinking team focused on place-based innovation.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead major projects across local government reform, devolution, economic strategy and regeneration planning
• Advise senior stakeholders including combined authorities and councils on place positioning and growth planning
• Shape economic development strategies at all scales from local neighbourhoods to regional frameworks
• Mentor junior consultants and manage high-performing project teams
• Spearhead business development and account growth, responding to a rapidly expanding market
• Deliver outputs including socio-economic assessments, business cases and investment prospectuses

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in economic development, regeneration, or place strategy - ideally within consultancy
• Strong understanding of spatial economics, policy and strategic planning
• Confident communicator who can influence senior public sector stakeholders with clear, narrative-driven insights
• Able to manage complex client accounts and identify new areas for growth
• Political intelligence and a clear understanding of how places function economically and socially

Why Apply?

• Join a business in the middle of a growth journey, where you can shape the direction of your team and division
• Be part of a values-driven consultancy with a public sector-only focus and strong social mission
• Autonomy, flexibility and progression in a non-hierarchical, agile environment
• Hybrid working culture – HQ in London, but open to candidates based anywhere in the UK

Location: London HQ or remote from anywhere in the UK, with occasional visits to the HQ

Apply now with your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

01-09-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English