Director - Town Planning
Posted on Jun 5, 2026 by CV-Library
London, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£95k - £105k Annual
Full-Time
Director of Planning
London | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Are you an ambitious planning professional looking to take the next step in your career with a highly respected consultancy at the forefront of the UK planning sector?
Our client is seeking an experienced Director of Planning to join its established London team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded planning professional to play a leading role in shaping major development projects, driving business growth, and mentoring a talented team within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.
The Opportunity
As Director of Planning, you will lead on a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, strategic land, and regeneration sectors. Working closely with senior stakeholders, landowners, developers, and local authorities, you will provide expert planning advice while helping to expand the firm's presence and influence across London and the South East.
This position offers a genuine platform for career progression, strategic input, and the opportunity to contribute to the continued success of a market-leading consultancy.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage complex planning projects from inception through to delivery.
Provide strategic planning advice to a broad range of private and public sector clients.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for business growth.
Prepare, review, and oversee planning appraisals, applications, appeals, and representations.
Lead negotiations with local authorities, stakeholders, and consultees.
Support business development initiatives, networking activities, and profile-raising opportunities.
Mentor and develop junior and mid-level planning professionals.
Contribute to the strategic direction and leadership of the wider planning team.
About You
MRTPI qualified with substantial post-qualification experience.
Proven track record within a planning consultancy, property consultancy, developer, or local authority environment.
Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and planning policy framework.
Demonstrable experience managing major planning applications and development projects.
Established client network and business development capability.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Commercially aware with a proactive and entrepreneurial approach.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Clear pathway for continued career progression.
Opportunity to work on high-profile and nationally significant projects.
Supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture.
Comprehensive benefits package and professional development support.If you are an experienced planning professional seeking a leadership role where you can influence projects, develop client relationships, and play a key role in business growth, we would be delighted to hear from you.
To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please apply today or contact us for further information
London | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Are you an ambitious planning professional looking to take the next step in your career with a highly respected consultancy at the forefront of the UK planning sector?
Our client is seeking an experienced Director of Planning to join its established London team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded planning professional to play a leading role in shaping major development projects, driving business growth, and mentoring a talented team within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.
The Opportunity
As Director of Planning, you will lead on a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, strategic land, and regeneration sectors. Working closely with senior stakeholders, landowners, developers, and local authorities, you will provide expert planning advice while helping to expand the firm's presence and influence across London and the South East.
This position offers a genuine platform for career progression, strategic input, and the opportunity to contribute to the continued success of a market-leading consultancy.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage complex planning projects from inception through to delivery.
Provide strategic planning advice to a broad range of private and public sector clients.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for business growth.
Prepare, review, and oversee planning appraisals, applications, appeals, and representations.
Lead negotiations with local authorities, stakeholders, and consultees.
Support business development initiatives, networking activities, and profile-raising opportunities.
Mentor and develop junior and mid-level planning professionals.
Contribute to the strategic direction and leadership of the wider planning team.
About You
MRTPI qualified with substantial post-qualification experience.
Proven track record within a planning consultancy, property consultancy, developer, or local authority environment.
Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and planning policy framework.
Demonstrable experience managing major planning applications and development projects.
Established client network and business development capability.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Commercially aware with a proactive and entrepreneurial approach.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Clear pathway for continued career progression.
Opportunity to work on high-profile and nationally significant projects.
Supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture.
Comprehensive benefits package and professional development support.If you are an experienced planning professional seeking a leadership role where you can influence projects, develop client relationships, and play a key role in business growth, we would be delighted to hear from you.
To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please apply today or contact us for further information
Reference: 225209937
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Director - Town Planning
Posted on Jun 5, 2026 by CV-Library
London, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£95k - £105k Annual
Full-Time
Director of Planning
London | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Are you an ambitious planning professional looking to take the next step in your career with a highly respected consultancy at the forefront of the UK planning sector?
Our client is seeking an experienced Director of Planning to join its established London team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded planning professional to play a leading role in shaping major development projects, driving business growth, and mentoring a talented team within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.
The Opportunity
As Director of Planning, you will lead on a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, strategic land, and regeneration sectors. Working closely with senior stakeholders, landowners, developers, and local authorities, you will provide expert planning advice while helping to expand the firm's presence and influence across London and the South East.
This position offers a genuine platform for career progression, strategic input, and the opportunity to contribute to the continued success of a market-leading consultancy.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage complex planning projects from inception through to delivery.
Provide strategic planning advice to a broad range of private and public sector clients.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for business growth.
Prepare, review, and oversee planning appraisals, applications, appeals, and representations.
Lead negotiations with local authorities, stakeholders, and consultees.
Support business development initiatives, networking activities, and profile-raising opportunities.
Mentor and develop junior and mid-level planning professionals.
Contribute to the strategic direction and leadership of the wider planning team.
About You
MRTPI qualified with substantial post-qualification experience.
Proven track record within a planning consultancy, property consultancy, developer, or local authority environment.
Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and planning policy framework.
Demonstrable experience managing major planning applications and development projects.
Established client network and business development capability.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Commercially aware with a proactive and entrepreneurial approach.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Clear pathway for continued career progression.
Opportunity to work on high-profile and nationally significant projects.
Supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture.
Comprehensive benefits package and professional development support.If you are an experienced planning professional seeking a leadership role where you can influence projects, develop client relationships, and play a key role in business growth, we would be delighted to hear from you.
To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please apply today or contact us for further information
London | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Are you an ambitious planning professional looking to take the next step in your career with a highly respected consultancy at the forefront of the UK planning sector?
Our client is seeking an experienced Director of Planning to join its established London team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded planning professional to play a leading role in shaping major development projects, driving business growth, and mentoring a talented team within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.
The Opportunity
As Director of Planning, you will lead on a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, strategic land, and regeneration sectors. Working closely with senior stakeholders, landowners, developers, and local authorities, you will provide expert planning advice while helping to expand the firm's presence and influence across London and the South East.
This position offers a genuine platform for career progression, strategic input, and the opportunity to contribute to the continued success of a market-leading consultancy.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage complex planning projects from inception through to delivery.
Provide strategic planning advice to a broad range of private and public sector clients.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for business growth.
Prepare, review, and oversee planning appraisals, applications, appeals, and representations.
Lead negotiations with local authorities, stakeholders, and consultees.
Support business development initiatives, networking activities, and profile-raising opportunities.
Mentor and develop junior and mid-level planning professionals.
Contribute to the strategic direction and leadership of the wider planning team.
About You
MRTPI qualified with substantial post-qualification experience.
Proven track record within a planning consultancy, property consultancy, developer, or local authority environment.
Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and planning policy framework.
Demonstrable experience managing major planning applications and development projects.
Established client network and business development capability.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Commercially aware with a proactive and entrepreneurial approach.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Clear pathway for continued career progression.
Opportunity to work on high-profile and nationally significant projects.
Supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture.
Comprehensive benefits package and professional development support.If you are an experienced planning professional seeking a leadership role where you can influence projects, develop client relationships, and play a key role in business growth, we would be delighted to hear from you.
To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please apply today or contact us for further information
Reference: 225209937
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