Associate Planning Director

Carrington West; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Town Planner or Associate Director to join their dynamic consultancy in Sheffield. This exciting role offers the chance to manage diverse projects and provide expert planning advice while engaging with key stakeholders. With a strong focus on career progression and a supportive team environment, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to elevate their career in a collaborative setting. Enjoy flexible working options and a competitive salary, along with the chance to contribute to high-profile projects that shape the built environment. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity!

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus

Flexible Working Options

Career Progression Pathway

Supportive Team Environment

Qualifications

• MRTPI qualified or working towards full membership.
• Strong experience in private consultancy or local authority planning.

Responsibilities

• Managing a diverse portfolio of projects from inception to completion.
• Providing expert planning advice to clients across sectors.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Client Management

Planning Expertise

Commercial Mindset

Education

MRTPI Qualified

Job description

Senior Town Planner / Associate Director
Private Planning Consultancy
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 DOE + Bonus + Benefits

Are you a Senior Town Planner looking for the next step in your career? Or an Associate Director seeking a new challenge in a dynamic and growing consultancy?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading private planning consultancy in York, known for its expertise, collaborative approach, and high-profile projects across the region. With a strong pipeline of residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, this firm is looking for a talented planner to play a key role in shaping the built environment.

The Role

1. Managing a diverse portfolio of projects from inception to completion
2. Providing expert planning advice to clients across the private and public sectors
3. Leading on applications, appeals, and strategic planning matters
4. Engaging with key stakeholders, local authorities, and developers
5. Supporting business development and contributing to company growth

About You

1. MRTPI qualified (or working towards full membership)
2. Strong experience in private consultancy or local authority planning
3. A proven track record in handling complex planning applications and appeals
4. Strong leadership, communication, and client management skills
5. A proactive and commercially minded approach to planning

What's in it for you?

1. Competitive salary £45,000 - £65,000 DOE
2. Discretionary bonus and clear career progression pathway
3. Flexible and hybrid working options
4. A supportive and sociable team environment

This role will move quickly and is a unique opportunity so please get in touch as soon as possible. By sending in your CV, you acknowledge you are happy for us to put you forward for the role you have applied for. If you are keen to see a full job description, please call or attach a cover letter to your application.

To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Tullula Farrell on 02393 876 021.

If you are a Town Planner who is interested in job opportunities, but this role is not of interest, please still apply then we can consider you for other positions.

Job Reference Number: 57465