Planning Director

Carrington West; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work in Bristol

Professional development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking a Planning Director in Bristol to lead a newly formed planning consultancy within a respected law firm. You will set strategy, build the team, and deliver integrated planning and legal solutions for clients.

You'll oversee complex projects, foster client relationships, and drive new business. The role offers hybrid working in Bristol, with strong opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Qualifications

• Degree in Town Planning or equivalent.
• Chartered RTPI membership or equivalent required.
• Significant experience in a senior planning role.
• Proven leadership and team-building abilities.
• Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and policy.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.

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 integrated planning and legal solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Project management

Communication

Strategic direction

Education

Degree in Town Planning

RTPI Chartered Membership

Job description

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

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Planning Director to join our prestigious law firm in Bristol. 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.

Key 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 (3 days a week in Bristol office).
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits and wellness programs.