Planning director

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected independent planning consultancy in Beaconsfield seeks a Town Planning Director to lead strategic initiatives and enhance planning services across the South East. The role involves significant leadership responsibilities, client management, and shaping business direction while offering a pathway to equity for the right candidate.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Pathway to equity or partnership

Supportive entrepreneurial culture

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in consultancy or mixed public/private settings.
• Strong background in residential or mixed-use development.
• Confidence in presenting and negotiating with clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the planning team while managing project portfolios.
• Oversee planning applications, appeals, and represent clients at inquiries.
• Identify new business opportunities and secure clients.

Skills

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Negotiation

Education

Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI)

Job description

Job Title: Town Planning Director
Location: Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Overview
A respected and fast-growing independent planning consultancy based in Beaconsfield is seeking a commercially driven and experienced Planning Director to join their senior leadership team. This is a strategic hire for the practice, offering a unique opportunity to lead, shape, and grow both the business and its planning services across the South East and beyond.

You'll be working with a client base that includes developers, landowners, and private investors, and will be instrumental in delivering planning strategies, securing permissions, and identifying new business opportunities.

Key Responsibilities
·Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight across a portfolio of complex planning projects
·Manage and grow client relationships, acting as a trusted adviser across residential, commercial, and strategic land sectors
·Oversee the preparation and submission of planning applications, appeals, and local plan representations
·Represent clients at hearings, public inquiries, and planning committees
·Lead, mentor, and grow the planning team, including recruitment and professional development
·Identify and secure new business through networking, referrals, and developing new service lines
·Play a key role in practice-wide decision-making, commercial strategy, and long-term growth planning

Ideal Candidate Profile
·Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) with 8+ years of experience in a consultancy or mixed public/private setting
·Strong background in residential or mixed-use development planning, with proven success in leading major planning applications and appeals
·Commercially astute with a strong track record of winning and delivering work
·Excellent working knowledge of the English planning system, including local and national policy frameworks
·Proven leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and grow a high-performing team
·Confident and articulate communicator with strong presentation and negotiation skills
·Existing client following or strong market presence in the South East is advantageous

Why Apply?
·Senior strategic role with influence over business direction and growth
·Clear pathway to equity or partnership for the right candidate
·Supportive, entrepreneurial culture with minimal red tape
·High-calibre projects and clients with a strong pipeline of secured work
·Flexible and hybrid working supported

How to Apply
If you're a commercially minded planning professional ready to step into a leadership role-or looking to bring your skills and client base to a more agile, independent consultancy-please submit your CV in confidence for an initial discussion to [e-mail] or call 02393 876 054

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