Regional Town Planning Leader – Associate Director

Penguin Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Autonomy

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking an experienced Associate Director or Director to lead and grow the Leeds presence within a leading planning consultancy. You will own the regional strategy, win new work, and guide a growing team, acting as the local face of the business.

The role is based from a shared Leeds office with autonomy and close collaboration with the wider planning team, with regular travel to Kent and London to strengthen senior relationships and deliver strategic projects.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in private planning consultancy.
• Proven experience at Associate Director, Director or equivalent senior level.
• Strong knowledge of the Leeds and wider Yorkshire planning market.
• Established relationships with clients, developers, consultants and local authorities across the region.

Responsibilities

• Lead and represent the consultancy across Leeds and the wider Yorkshire region.
• Act as the local senior point of contact for clients, consultants, developers and other stakeholders.
• Provide high-quality strategic planning advice and oversee the delivery of planning projects.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Identify, pursue and secure new business opportunities and planning instructions.
• Attend networking events, industry meetings and client meetings to raise the profile of the business.
• Build strong relationships with local authorities and other key stakeholders across the region.
• Help establish and develop the Leeds office and regional presence.
• Over time, support the recruitment and development of additional planning professionals as the team grows.
• Work autonomously while collaborating closely with the wider planning team and drawing on resources and expertise across the business.
• Contribute to the strategic direction and growth of the business across Yorkshire.
• Support the company's profile through networking, speaking opportunities, industry events, articles and involvement with relevant professional bodies.
• Travel periodically to Kent and London to maintain strong relationships with the wider business and attend meetings and events.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Education

RTPI membership

Job description

Penguin Recruitment is seeking an experienced Associate Director or Director to lead and grow the Leeds presence within a leading planning consultancy. You will own the regional strategy, win new work, and guide a growing team, acting as the local face of the business.

The role is based from a shared Leeds office with autonomy and close collaboration with the wider planning team, with regular travel to Kent and London to strengthen senior relationships and deliver strategic projects.