Head of Renewable Energy Planning

Joshua Robert Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy is seeking a Head of Renewables Planning to lead their newly created national function. This strategic leadership role will drive renewable energy projects across the UK and manage a talented team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive renewables planning experience and be a Chartered Member of the RTPI. A competitive salary, car allowance, and excellent benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Performance-related bonus

Pension contribution

28+ days holiday

Private medical cover

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Chartered Member of the RTPI.
• Operating at Partner, Director or equivalent senior level.
• Strong background in Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) and Development Consent Orders (DCOs).
• Proven leadership and management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a national Renewables Planning team.
• Deliver high-quality planning advice across renewable technologies.
• Manage a portfolio of clients including developers and public sector bodies.
• Drive business development across the UK.
• Collaborate with internal energy and sustainability specialists.

Skills

Renewables planning experience

Leadership

Business development

Project delivery

Education

Degree in planning or renewables-related discipline

Job description

Head of Renewables Planning

Leading UK Property & Planning Consultancy
London, Cambridge, Norwich, Oxford or Milton Keynes

Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced and ambitious planning professional to lead a newly created national Renewables Planning function within one of the UK’s most respected independent property consultancies.

This is a key strategic leadership role for an individual passionate about shaping a sustainable future and driving major renewable energy projects across the country. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build, lead and develop a national service offering that supports clients across solar, wind and battery storage technologies.

The Renewables Planning function will operate alongside an established Energy and Climate division, providing an integrated service to landowners, developers and investors focused on achieving the UK’s net zero ambitions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a national Renewables Planning team.
• Deliver high-quality planning advice and support across the full range of renewable technologies.
• Manage a portfolio of clients including developers, landowners, and public sector bodies.
• Drive business development and grow the service offering across the UK.
• Collaborate closely with internal energy and sustainability specialists to deliver integrated solutions.
• Maintain the highest standards of project delivery, client care, and operational excellence.

About You

• Chartered Member of the RTPI with extensive renewables planning experience.
• Operating at Partner, Director or equivalent senior level.
• Strong background in Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) and Development Consent Orders (DCOs).
• Proven leadership, management, and business development capabilities.
• Degree in a planning or renewables-related discipline.
• Full UK driving licence.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary, car allowance and performance-related bonus.
• Up to 8% matched pension, 28+ days holiday, your birthday off, and additional wellness days.
• Private medical cover, medicash plan and lifestyle perks.
• Ongoing professional development, study support and clear progression opportunities.
• Agile working and enhanced family leave policies.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking environment that actively supports innovation and sustainability.