Director (Planning) - Cardiff

Zodiac Recruitment; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a Planning Director in Cardiff, pivotal in shaping urban growth and sustainability. This role demands strong leadership, strategic insight, and expertise in planning policies to enhance community development and ensure alignment with local and national objectives.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in planning or urban development.
• Strong knowledge of planning policies and experience with large-scale projects.
• Commitment to sustainability and community-focused planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the planning department, setting strategic direction.
• Develop city-wide planning strategies for sustainable growth.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to facilitate planning projects.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Stakeholder Engagement

Sustainability

Education

Degree in Planning or related discipline

Chartered status preferred

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Salary £60k-£75k (Flexible, DOE) Vacancy type Permanent Categories Town Planning

Director (Planning)

Cardiff

£60k-£75k (Flexible, DOE)

About the Role:

As the Planning Director, you will play a crucial role in driving Cardiff’s growth and urban development, ensuring the city evolves sustainably and innovatively. You will oversee all planning activities, ensuring policies align with Cardiff’s long-term vision, regional strategies, and national objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage the planning department, setting strategic direction and fostering high performance.
2. Develop and implement city-wide planning strategies for sustainable growth, community development, and environmental stewardship.
3. Collaborate with local stakeholders, elected members, developers, and partners to facilitate planning and development projects.
4. Oversee planning policy formulation, review of Local Development Plans, and management of planning applications.
5. Ensure planning processes are efficient, transparent, and responsive to Cardiff’s diverse communities.
6. Provide expert advice and leadership on planning matters, representing Cardiff regionally and nationally.
7. Promote innovation and excellence in urban planning and design to improve residents’ quality of life.

About You:

1. Proven leadership in planning, urban development, or related fields.
2. Strong knowledge of planning policies, processes, legislation, and experience with large-scale projects.
3. Excellent strategic thinking, decision-making, and stakeholder engagement skills.
4. Commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, and community-focused planning.

Qualifications:

1. Degree in Planning or related discipline (Chartered status preferred).
2. Senior management experience in planning or development.
3. Deep knowledge of urban planning, environmental policies, and community development practices.

Interested in this or other Town Planning roles across the UK? Please email your CV or call Kirsty Tanner at 01792 940004. You can also apply below!