Town Planning Director – Manchester (RTPI Chartered)
Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working)
About the Role
Our client, a leading national planning consultancy, is seeking an ambitious and experienced Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) to take on a pivotal role as Planning Director within their growing Manchester office.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership position where you will shape the direction of the Manchester team, manage a talented group of planning professionals, and play a central role in the consultancy’s continued success across the North West.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Team Management – inspire, mentor, and lead a team of town planners, ensuring professional development and high‑quality output.
- Business Development – build new client relationships and expand the consultancy’s profile across the region.
- Client Management – deliver outstanding planning advice and project leadership to a wide‑ranging portfolio of clients.
- Strategic Input – contribute to business‑wide planning, driving growth and strengthening the Manchester office’s market position.
About You
We are looking for:
- Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) with significant post‑qualification experience.
- Proven leadership skills, with a track record of managing teams and projects.
- Strong business development capabilities and a natural ability to build client relationships.
- Excellent knowledge of the planning system and a track record of delivering successful outcomes.
Why Join?
- National Reputation – work with a consultancy recognised as one of the UK’s leaders in planning, design, and development.
- Diverse Projects – exposure to an exciting mix of large‑scale developments, regeneration schemes, and strategic planning projects.
- Career Progression – genuine opportunity to influence the future direction of the Manchester office and shape your career trajectory at Director level.
- Reward & Recognition – a highly competitive salary (£80k–£120k) plus performance‑related bonus and comprehensive benefits package.
- Collaborative Culture – join a team where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are at the heart of everything they do.
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