Associate Director – Town Planning
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Working Pattern: Hybrid working
Sector: Private Sector Planning Consultancy
About the Company
A leading independent planning and development consultancy, advising on some of the UK’s most exciting and complex development projects. With a strong reputation across the property and development sectors, the business works with a diverse range of clients, including housebuilders, developers, land promoters, investors and public sector organisations.
The team provides commercially focused planning advice across residential, commercial, mixed-use and strategic land developments, helping clients navigate the planning system and deliver successful outcomes.
The Opportunity
The business is looking to appoint an experienced Associate Director – Town Planning to play a key role in delivering high-quality planning advice, managing major projects and strengthening client relationships.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planning professional looking to take the next step in their career within an established consultancy. You will work on a varied portfolio of high-profile development projects, lead project teams and contribute to the continued growth of the business.
The successful candidate will combine strong technical planning expertise with commercial awareness, business development capabilities and the ability to develop lasting client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage a varied portfolio of complex planning projects, from initial feasibility through to planning application, determination and appeal.
Provide strategic planning advice to clients across residential, commercial, mixed-use and strategic land developments.
Manage and develop relationships with key clients, identifying opportunities to grow existing accounts and establish new business.
Oversee the preparation and submission of planning applications, planning statements, appeal documentation and associated reports.
Lead project teams, coordinating multidisciplinary consultants and ensuring projects are delivered to a high standard.
Support the development and mentoring of junior team members, helping to build technical capability across the team.
Contribute to business development activities, including client meetings, proposals, fee bids and networking.
Monitor changes in planning policy and legislation, providing commercially focused advice to clients.
Work closely with senior leadership to support the strategic growth and ongoing success of the planning team.
About You
Chartered Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI).
Significant experience within a private sector planning consultancy or a comparable planning environment.
Strong technical knowledge of the UK planning system, planning policy and development management.
Proven experience managing complex planning projects and advising clients on commercially sensitive matters.
A track record of building client relationships and contributing to business development.
Excellent communication, negotiation and project management skills.
Experience mentoring or managing junior planners and supporting their professional development.
Commercially minded, proactive and motivated to contribute to the growth of a successful planning team.
What’s on Offer?
The opportunity to join a highly regarded planning consultancy with an established national reputation.
A diverse portfolio of significant development and strategic planning projects.
Exposure to major developers, housebuilders, land promoters and investors.
A senior leadership role with scope to influence project delivery and business growth.
Ongoing professional development and opportunities for career progression.
A collaborative working environment with flexible hybrid working arrangements.
Interested?
If you’re an experienced Town Planner looking for an Associate Director opportunity where you can take ownership of major projects, strengthen client relationships and play a key role in business growth, we’d welcome a confidential conversation.
Contact: Joe Senior
Email: joe.senior@vividresourcing.com
Phone: 0161 470 5506
All enquiries will be treated confidentially.