National Director of Planning & Growth

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Director of Planning to provide strategic leadership across the UK planning practice, guiding major infrastructure and development projects and driving growth across regions.

You will lead high-performing teams, develop new business opportunities, and maintain strong client relationships while ensuring technical excellence and governance across projects.

Qualifications

• Requirement: RTPI-accredited degree.
• Requirement: Chartered RTPI membership.
• Extensive consultancy leadership experience.
• Proven track record in winning and delivering major projects.
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and regimes, including DCO experience where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to the national planning practice.
• Lead delivery of major infrastructure and development projects.
• Drive business growth and strengthen market presence.
• Mentor and develop planning professionals across levels.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Team mentorship

Education

RTPI-accredited degree

Chartered RTPI

Job description

Penguin Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Director of Planning to provide strategic leadership across the UK planning practice, guiding major infrastructure and development projects and driving growth across regions.

You will lead high-performing teams, develop new business opportunities, and maintain strong client relationships while ensuring technical excellence and governance across projects.