Senior Planning Director

PropSource Consulting; England; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Central London is looking for a Senior Director to lead business development and operational oversight. This pivotal role offers a clear pathway to equity and a competitive package, including a bonus and flexible working. You will partner with a visionary founder to shape growth and enhance internal practices while further strengthening the brand's reputation in the planning sector.

Benefits

Clear pathway to equity

Competitive package, including bonus

Flexible working

Private healthcare

Meaningful leadership role

Qualifications

• Strong track record in business development.
• Experience in people leadership and operational oversight.
• Ability to work in partnership with values-driven leaders.

Responsibilities

• Shape the next phase of growth for the company.
• Elevate internal best practices.
• Strengthen the brand in the planning sector.

Skills

Business development

People leadership

Business strategy

Operational oversight

Job description

Senior-Level Town Planning Leadership Opportunity - Central London

I’m currently partnering with a planning consultancy that works across a range of sectors including renewable energy, residential and mixed-use. Having supported this business for several years across multiple hires, service line growth and new office openings, I can confidently say the founder is a true visionary, with a progressive approach to planning, the environment and the connection between renewable energy and society.

In Q1 2026, my client will be appointing a Senior Director , with a clear succession plan into a Managing Director role. They’re seeking an experienced Director with a strong track record in business development, combined with genuine interest and experience in people leadership, business strategy and operational oversight.

This is not a “parachute in and fix everything” role - far from it. You’ll be working in partnership with an ambitious, values-driven founder to shape the next phase of growth, elevate internal best practice and further strengthen an already well-respected brand in the planning sector.

What’s on offer?

• A clear pathway to equity
• Competitive package, including bonus
• Flexible working
• Private healthcare
• A meaningful leadership role that blends strategic growth, culture and purpose

If you’d like a confidential conversation about this unique opportunity, I’d be pleased to discuss it further.