Associate Director/Director - Transport Planner

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established, independent consultancy is seeking a dynamic Associate Director/Director in Transport Planning to lead projects and mentor a growing team. This role offers the chance to shape sustainable transport solutions and influence business strategy in a collaborative environment. With opportunities for hybrid working and career progression, this is a unique chance to make a tangible impact in the field of transport planning. If you're a commercially minded leader passionate about innovative transport solutions, this position could be your next great challenge.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Flexible arrangements

Collaborative culture

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience in transport planning consultancy.
• Proven ability to lead projects and teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage transport planning projects focusing on sustainable solutions.
• Mentor staff and ensure high-quality delivery across projects.

Skills

Transport Planning

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

UK Transport Policy

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree in Transport Planning or related field

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Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

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Job Description:

Are you an experienced transport planning professional looking to take a leadership role in a growing, forward-thinking consultancy? This is a unique opportunity to join an established, independent firm at senior management level, helping to shape the future of sustainable transport and development planning projects across the UK.

The Role

As an Associate Director / Director, you will play a key leadership role in managing projects, nurturing client relationships, and supporting the strategic growth of the business. You will act as a bridge between senior leadership and project teams, mentoring staff and ensuring high-quality delivery across a diverse portfolio of projects.
Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and managing transport planning projects, with a focus on development planning and sustainable transport solutions
• Providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to a growing team of transport planners
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for new business
• Contributing to business strategy, operational performance, and financial management

About You

I'm looking for a commercially minded leader with:

• Significant experience in transport planning consultancy, ideally with a focus on development planning
• Proven ability to lead projects, teams, and client engagements
• Strong understanding of UK transport policy, planning frameworks, and approval processes
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• A passion for sustainable transport and innovative solutions

Why Apply?

• Senior leadership role within a growing, independent consultancy
• Opportunity to shape and influence the growth of a transport planning team
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
• Collaborative, supportive culture with clear progression opportunities

If you're looking for a new challenge where you can make a tangible impact and play a key leadership role in an ambitious consultancy, I'd love to hear from you.

Apply in confidence by sending your CV

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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