Asscoiate Director

Carrington West; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A planning consultancy based in Altrincham seeks a Senior Town Planner to manage diverse planning projects and mentor junior staff. This role offers a clear progression path to Associate or Director level. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in Town Planning and possess substantial UK private sector experience. The position entails a mix of in-office and remote work, focusing on strategic growth and client relationships. Competitive salary and hybrid working conditions are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Progression pathway to Associate/Director

Hybrid working

Exposure to quality projects

Qualifications

• Demonstrated significant experience in planning applications and appeals.
• Ability to manage client relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver a varied portfolio of planning projects from inception to determination.
• Provide expert planning advice to clients across various schemes.
• Lead and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Experience in UK private sector planning

Strong communication skills

Leadership experience

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related discipline

MRTPI (or working towards)

Job description

Senior Town Planner
Location: Altrincham, Greater Manchester
Working Pattern: 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home
Sector: Private Consultancy
Opportunity Type: Permanent

The Opportunity

On behalf of a well-established and growing planning consultancy based in Altrincham, we are working with our client to recruit an experienced Senior Town Planner, with the opportunity to appoint at Associate or Director level for the right individual. This role has been created due to continued business growth and a strong pipeline of work across the North West and beyond. It presents an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planner looking to step into a senior leadership role, influence strategy, and help shape the future of a thriving consultancy.

The Role

Depending on experience and level, responsibilities may include:

• Managing and delivering a varied portfolio of planning projects from inception through to determination
• Providing expert planning advice to clients across residential, commercial and mixed‑use schemes
• Leading and mentoring junior members of the planning team
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Contributing to business development, fee proposals and repeat work
• Representing clients at planning committees, public consultations and stakeholder meetings

At Associate/Director level: contributing to strategic growth, team development and potential equity discussions

About You

We are keen to speak with planners who can demonstrate:

• A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
• MRTPI (or working towards for Senior level)
• Significant experience within a UK private sector planning consultancy
• A strong track record of managing planning applications and appeals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commercial awareness and the ability to manage client relationships
• Leadership experience or a clear desire to progress into a senior management role

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience and level
• Clear progression pathway to Associate and Director
• Opportunity to join a growing consultancy with a collaborative culture
• Hybrid working: 4 days office-based, 1 day from home
• Exposure to high-quality projects and long-term career prospects

How to Apply

All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence. For more information or a confidential discussion, please apply with your CV or get in touch directly with Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed).