Associate Director - Town Planning

Job Title: Associate Director - Town Planning

Location: Altrincham

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional to join a consultancy at an exciting stage of its growth, with genuine opportunities to take on increased responsibility, develop client relationships and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the business.

The Role

As an Associate Director, you will play a key role in the continued growth and development of the consultancy, combining project leadership, client management, business development and team development.

You will have the opportunity to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of projects, work closely with Directors and senior stakeholders, and play an important role in the continued success and growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing and leading a diverse portfolio of planning projects from inception through to completion.
• Providing strategic and commercially focused planning advice to a range of clients.
• Leading on complex planning applications, development proposals and planning strategies.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders.
• Acting as a senior point of contact for clients and providing high-quality, commercially aware planning advice.
• Managing project teams and coordinating external consultants and technical specialists.
• Reviewing planning policy, planning history and development constraints to formulate effective planning strategies.
• Identifying opportunities and potential risks at an early stage and developing proactive solutions.
• Supporting Directors with the continued growth and development of the business.
• Developing new client relationships and contributing to business development and fee generation.
• Growing your own professional network and identifying new opportunities.
• Supporting the development and delivery of the consultancy's growth plans.
• Supporting, mentoring and developing junior and senior members of the planning team.
• Contributing to recruitment and team-building activities as the business continues to grow.
• Representing the consultancy at meetings, events and industry functions.

About You:

• Relevant degree in Town Planning, Geography, Environmental Planning or a related discipline.
• Significant experience within town planning, ideally gained within a planning consultancy.
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system, planning policy and development management.
• Proven experience managing complex planning projects and providing strategic planning advice.
• Strong client-facing experience with the ability to develop and maintain long-term relationships.
• Commercially aware with a proven interest in business development and winning new work.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior members of a planning team.
• RTPI Chartered or working towards MRTPI is highly desirable.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous.

What's on Offer:

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Option to buy or sell additional annual leave.
• Company bonus scheme.
• Company pension.
• Career break policy.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.
• Diverse and interesting project portfolio across the UK.
• Strong opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Opportunity to develop and grow your own team.
• Strong involvement in business development and strategic growth.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing consultancy.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Associate Director or experienced Senior Planner looking to take the next step in their career and play a genuine role in the growth of a successful planning consultancy.

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