Associate Director - Birmingham

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director to join their Planning team in Birmingham. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven professional with a passion for planning to advance their career. The role involves managing planning applications, liaising with clients, and leading projects to ensure successful outcomes. You will engage with various stakeholders and mentor junior planners, fostering a collaborative environment. If you are ambitious, commercially minded, and have a strong background in planning, this position offers a platform for significant professional growth.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of professional experience in a planning consultancy.
• A genuine passion for planning and excellent relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage planning applications, including feasibility studies.
• Act as the primary contact for clients, advising on planning policies.
• Oversee planning projects from inception to completion.

Skills

Planning Applications

Client Liaison

Project Management

Policy Analysis

Stakeholder Engagement

Team Leadership

Education

MRTPI qualification

Strong academic background

Job description

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Client:

Zodiac Recruitment

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Salary £50k+ (DOE). Vacancy type: Permanent. Category: Town Planning.

Associate Director

Birmingham

£50k+ (DOE)

My client in Birmingham is looking for an Associate Director to join their Planning team in Central Birmingham. Their expertise spans residential, commercial, and public sector projects, working closely with clients to navigate planning regulations and deliver successful outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their planning career.

Responsibilities:

1. Planning Applications: Prepare and manage planning applications, including site appraisals, feasibility studies, and impact assessments.
2. Client Liaison: Act as the primary contact for clients, advising on planning policies, strategies, and development opportunities.
3. Project Management: Oversee planning projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
4. Policy Analysis: Analyze and interpret planning policies, regulations, and guidelines to inform project strategies.
5. Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with local authorities, community groups, and stakeholders to facilitate approvals and foster relationships.
6. Team Leadership: Mentor junior planners and support their professional development through guidance and training.

You will need:

• Strong academic background
• MRTPI qualification
• 6-10 years of professional experience in a planning consultancy
• A genuine passion for planning
• Driven, ambitious, commercially minded, and excellent relationship-building skills

If you're interested in this or other town planning opportunities across the UK, please email your CV or contact Kirsty Tanner at 01792 940004, or apply below!