Job Title: Director - Town Planning
Location: London
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK planning, development economics, and design consultancy in their search for a Director to join their established team.
About the Company
This well‑established consultancy is recognised for delivering high‑quality planning and development advice across England and Wales. With a strong reputation for working on complex and high‑profile projects, they foster a collaborative, commercially focused environment and are continuing to expand their presence in key regions.
The Role
This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced planning professional to play a pivotal role in growing and developing the London office. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing and expanding a strong client base, leading major projects, and contributing to the overall strategic direction of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver complex planning projects across a range of sectors
- Develop and grow a strong client base in the London and wider South East market
- Identify and secure new business opportunities
- Provide strategic planning advice to clients
- Lead, mentor, and develop junior team members
- Work collaboratively with internal teams and external consultants
- Contribute to the wider business strategy and growth plans
Requirements
- Extensive experience in planning within a consultancy or similar environment
- MRTPI qualified
- Strong track record in business development and client relationship management
- Proven ability to win work and build a pipeline of projects
- Excellent knowledge of UK planning legislation and policy
- Strong leadership and project management skills
- Confident communicator with experience in high-level client engagement
What's on Offer
- Highly competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to play a key role in shaping and growing a London office
- Access to a wide network and high‑profile projects
- Clear progression within a dynamic and expanding consultancy
- Collaborative and supportive working culture
Benefits Include
- Generous annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Private medical insurance
- Pension scheme (salary sacrifice)
- Life assurance
- Employee assistance programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Eye care vouchers
- Staff referral bonus scheme
- Retail and lifestyle discounts
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planning professional ready to step into a Director-level role, with a strong emphasis on business development and the autonomy to build a successful client base within a respected consultancy.
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