Associate Director - Chartered Town Planner

Conrad Consulting Ltd; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Bedford is seeking an Associate Director - Planning. The role requires 8-10 years of experience in planning, overseeing project applications, and strong client relationship skills. Offering a competitive salary and benefits, including private healthcare, life insurance, and a flexible hybrid working model. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a highly respected firm.

Benefits

Private Healthcare with BUPA

Life Insurance

Company Pension

Cycle to Work Scheme

Contributions towards Professional Subscriptions

Enhanced Maternity Leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of industry experience.
• Substantial experience in managing planning issues.
• Experience in mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise planning projects.
• Oversee applications for various scales.
• Foster robust client relationships.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Effective communication

Business development

Education

Degree qualified Town Planner

RTPI Chartered

Job description

Overview

Associate Director - Planning (Chartered Town Planner RTPI)

Location: Bedford

Are you ready to take the next step in your planning career? Look no further!

Conrad Consulting are thrilled to present an exciting opportunity for an experienced Chartered Town Planner to step into an Associate Director role in Bedford. This esteemed company is among the UK's premier employee-owned, planning-led practices, renowned for delivering bespoke multidisciplinary consultancy to various clients across the development sector. By joining this innovative firm, you\'ll have the chance to engage in a diverse range of projects for clients in both the private and public realms.

We\'re looking for a Chartered Town Planner with a minimum of 8-10 years of proven experience, particularly within the private sector. Your expertise must include managing a variety of planning applications and development management tasks. You will become a driving force in the company\'s Bedford office, enhancing its profile within the East of England and East Midlands.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise planning projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Oversee applications of various scales, from site promotion to appeals and public inquiries.
• Foster robust client relationships through effective networking and communication.
• Support the ongoing success and growth of the office and contribute to the delivery of a nationwide project portfolio.

Associate Director Requirements

• Degree qualified Town Planner
• RTPI Chartered
• Minimum 8 years industry experience
• Substantial experience in providing commercial planning advice and managing planning issues.
• Outstanding communication skills and enjoy engaging with clients.
• Self-motivation and a proactive attitude towards advancing the business.
• Experience in business development, tender submissions and mentoring junior staff.

Benefits and Further Information

As this firm are an employee-owned trust, a focus on your wellbeing and professional growth will be paramount. Regular reviews will ensure that your achievements and future goals are acknowledged and discussed, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

The role offers flexible hybrid working, requiring collaboration in person on designated core office days while ensuring support remains available remotely.

This organisation values its employees and offers a competitive salary (fully dependent on experience) with a benefits package, which includes:

• Private Healthcare with BUPA
• Life Insurance
• Company Pension (with salary sacrifice options)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Contributions towards Professional Subscriptions
• Enhanced Maternity Leave

How to Apply

If you are ready to help lead and shape the future of an enterprising company, don\'t miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

Apply now to embark on an exciting career journey as an Associate Director with this highly reputable firm.

If you would like to be considered for the position, then make sure you apply today!

Forward your CV through to Joey Waller at Conrad Consulting or contact me on (phone number removed) for further information