National Planning Director - Growth & Delivery Leader

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Director of Planning to lead the national planning practice across the UK, collaborating with senior stakeholders to drive growth and deliver high‑quality planning advice on flagship projects.

The role requires RTPI accreditation, chartered status and a track record of winning and delivering major infrastructure developments, with a strong client network and strategic leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (RTPI accredited).
• Chartered RTPI member with extensive consultancy experience.
• Proven success leading high-performing planning teams and projects.
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system and consenting regimes.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction to the national Planning practice.
• Lead, inspire and develop planning teams across regions.
• Drive work-winning activities and secure major infrastructure projects.
• Oversee delivery of high-quality planning advice to clients.
• Collaborate with planning, environmental and design teams.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Business development

Team mentoring

Client relationship management

Education

RTPI accredited degree

Chartered RTPI member

Job description

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Director of Planning to lead the national planning practice across the UK, collaborating with senior stakeholders to drive growth and deliver high‑quality planning advice on flagship projects.

The role requires RTPI accreditation, chartered status and a track record of winning and delivering major infrastructure developments, with a strong client network and strategic leadership capabilities.