FutureGen Recruitment is working with a well-established, employee-owned, multidisciplinary planning and design practice to appoint a Director to lead and grow their Liverpool planning office.
This is a senior leadership role offering real autonomy, influence and long-term career security within a business that places people, wellbeing and professional development at the heart of everything it does.
The Opportunity
The successful candidate will take responsibility for leading the Liverpool planning team, developing its profile across the North West and Scotland, and building on an already well-established client base. You will play a key role in shaping growth, mentoring planners, and contributing to the wider strategic direction of the business.
You will work closely with colleagues across a broad multidisciplinary offering, including:
Planning Research & Analysis
Transport & Infrastructure
Sustainability & Environmental Services
The business operates as a single national team, enabling collaboration across offices through a flexible hybrid working model.
What They're Looking For
Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI)
Ideally 10+ years' professional experience, gained in private consultancy or a mix of consultancy, public sector and client-side roles
Strong leadership experience with the ability to grow, mentor and manage teams
Proven track record in business development, client management and winning work
Confident leading major planning applications, appeals, Local Plan representations, site promotion and examination / inquiry work
Commercially aware with experience contributing to financial and performance planning
Full UK driving licence
Key Responsibilities
Lead, grow and mentor the Liverpool planning team
Develop and retain client relationships while generating new work
Identify and secure opportunities in key growth sectors
Lead major planning projects across development management and policy work
Contribute to wider business strategy and cross-disciplinary collaboration
Represent the business at networking and industry events
What's On Offer
Employee-owned business with a strong people-first culture
Hybrid working with core office collaboration days
Private healthcare, life insurance and enhanced pension
Generous annual leave plus additional gifted time off over Christmas
Paid professional subscriptions and a strong CPD programme
A supportive senior leadership team with regular check-ins and structured reviews
This role would suit a senior planner or existing Director looking for greater influence, stability and long-term progression within a values-driven consultancy.
Interested?
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact: