Associate/Associate Director Town Planner (Planning Consultancy)

WSP Global Inc.; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative firm that shapes the future of urban development. As an Associate/Associate Director Town Planner, you will lead impactful projects in a collaborative environment, driving strategic planning and client relationships. With a commitment to inclusivity and work-life balance, this role offers the opportunity to grow within a global community of over 69,000 professionals. Embrace the chance to make a lasting impact in your field while enjoying flexible working arrangements and comprehensive support for your professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Gymflex scheme

Unlimited NHS doctor access

Comprehensive menopause support

Work-life balance initiatives

Personal development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience in planning processes including EIA and public inquiries.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver projects to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic planning advice and manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Lead client meetings and manage key client relationships.

Skills

Client management

Business development

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Leadership

Education

Degree in Planning or related field

Job description

Associate/Associate Director Town Planner (Planning Consultancy)

Liverpool, Merseyside, United Kingdom

Job Description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: www.wsp.com

The Planning Consultancy team in Liverpool specialise in providing advice to a wide-range of private and public sector clients. We provide advice and support on development proposals throughout the planning process. Our projects range from complex city Centre regeneration sites, tall buildings, strategic urban extensions, repurposing town centres, retail development, sports and leisure, logistics and major business parks, energy schemes, through to detailed listed building reuse. We are proud to be involved in leading some of the UK’s largest and most high-profile schemes.

We are looking to recruit a committed team player and leader with a ‘win-win’ focus. The candidate will have significant experience, a proven ability to manage and deliver to a high standard, passion to share their knowledge and a desire to learn and contribute to the on-going success of our team.

You will be an experienced Associate or Associate Director with extensive knowledge and experience of the planning process including, EIA, EIP / plan promotion, appeals and public inquiries. You will be experienced at managing and leading major developments, the associated negotiations with planning authorities and stakeholders, and project managing multi disciplinary teams, ideally some experience as expert witness. You will have a track record of client management and development and an appetite to work with Directors to grow your business network and the profile of the team.

As one of the world’s leading engineering, professional services and technical consultancy firms, at WSP, we’re passionate about the big questions. And big answers, naturally. For us that’s all about reaching beyond the expected, to do work that’ll make a profound impact felt long into the future.

A little more about your role…

• Providing strategic planning advice.
• Coordination of multidisciplinary teams working on planning projects.
• Managing the preparation and submission of major planning applications.
• Leading client and design team meetings.
• Project management and budgetary controls on projects.
• Managing key client relationships.
• Collaborating with WSP colleagues to deliver multi disciplinary advice, liaising with clients and statutory bodies.
• Active business development and profile raising, and
• Supporting more junior members of staff.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Strong technical skills
• Client management and business development experience
• Strong analytical skills
• Drive and determination
• Strong client relationships

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

Job Info

• Job Identification UKR_WSP09835
• Locations Tithebarn Street, Liverpool, L2 2QP, GB
• Posting Date 07/12/2023, 12:00 AM

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 69,300 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity

We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Med24 offers you and your family unlimited telephone access to an NHS doctor, available 24/7, with options for face-to-face video consultations. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.