Associate Town Planning Director

OverviewAssociate Director - Town Planning. Location: London, Birmingham, Northampton or Manchester. Hybrid working (1-2 days in office per week). Salary: £50,000-£60,000 + car allowance + bonus + benefits (dependent on experience).

We are seeking a commercially minded Principal Town Planning Consultant or Associate Director to join a leading consultancy team working across the residential, commercial, education, healthcare, and employment sectors. This role is ideal for a confident and driven individual with a strong background in planning consultancy or local authority planning, committed to delivering high-quality outcomes across a wide variety of projects. You will manage your own caseload, lead complex applications and appeals, and support the development of junior team members. You will play a key role in business development by maintaining strong client relationships and actively identifying new opportunities to drive growth.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a personal caseload of complex planning projects and client accounts

Prepare and submit major planning applications and appeals

Represent clients at committee meetings, hearings, and public examinations

Conduct site appraisals and planning policy research to assess development potential

Produce detailed planning reports and strategic recommendations

Engage effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, and the wider project team

Attend site visits and client meetings

Lead on business development activities, including networking and proposal preparation

About You / Qualifications

Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline

Chartered Member of the RTPI (essential)

Significant post-qualification experience in a consultancy or local authority setting

In-depth understanding of UK planning legislation and policy

Demonstrable success in managing complex applications and appeals

Proven track record of developing client relationships and generating income

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Commercially focused, with a strategic mindset

What We OfferThis is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in a dynamic and ambitious planning team, with hybrid working and clear pathways for professional growth.

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