Planning Director

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Birmingham is looking for an experienced Planning Director to lead the establishment of a new planning consultancy team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in town planning, including significant senior-level experience and chartered membership with RTPI. This role offers a hybrid working model and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a senior planning role.
• Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and policy.
• Proven ability to oversee complex planning projects.

Responsibilities

• Establish and develop a planning consultancy team.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.

Skills

Strategic direction

Team-building

Project management

Communication

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related field

Chartered Membership of RTPI or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Planning Director
Location: Birmingham
Salary: Competitive and Dependent on Experience

About the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled Planning Director to join a prestigious law firm in Birmingham who are actively expanding on their planning consultancy services. This role offers the opportunity to build and lead our new planning consultancy team, working closely with our legal experts to deliver integrated solutions to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Establish and develop a planning consultancy team.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership.
• Cultivate and maintain client relationships.
• Oversee complex planning projects.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Collaborate with legal teams to offer comprehensive planning and legal solutions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or related field.
• Chartered Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or equivalent.
• Significant experience in a senior planning role.
• Proven team-building and leadership skills.
• Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and policy.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Hybrid working model.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits and wellness programs.

How to Apply

If you are a planning director looking for a new change and challenge, please submit your CV and cover letter to [e-mail] or call 02393 876 054.

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