Salary £60k-£75k (Flexible, DOE) Vacancy type Permanent Categories Town Planning
Director (Planning)
Cardiff
£60k-£75k (Flexible, DOE)
About the Role:
As the Planning Director, you will play a crucial role in driving forward Cardiff’s growth and urban development, ensuring the city evolves in a sustainable and innovative way. You will oversee and direct all planning activities, ensuring policies and processes align with Cardiff’s long-term vision, regional strategies, and national objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead and manage the planning department, setting strategic direction and fostering a culture of high performance.
2. Develop and implement city-wide planning strategies, ensuring sustainable growth, community development, and environmental stewardship.
3. Work closely with local stakeholders, elected members, developers, and other key partners to facilitate planning and development projects.
4. Oversee planning policy formulation, the review of Local Development Plans, and the management of planning applications.
5. Ensure planning processes are efficient, transparent, and responsive to the needs of Cardiff’s diverse communities.
6. Provide expert advice and leadership on planning-related matters, representing Cardiff at the regional and national level.
7. Promote innovation and excellence in planning and urban design, integrating modern solutions to enhance quality of life for Cardiff’s residents.
About You:
8. A proven track record of leadership in planning, urban development, or a related field.
9. Strong knowledge of local government planning policies, processes, and legislation, with experience in managing large-scale development projects.
10. Excellent strategic thinking and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance economic, social, and environmental considerations.
11. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across various sectors.
12. A commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, and community-focused planning.
Qualifications:
13. Degree in Planning or a related discipline (Chartered status preferred).
14. Significant experience at a senior management level within a planning or development environment.
15. In-depth knowledge of urban planning, environmental policies, and community development best practices.
Are you interested in this or any other Town Planning job opportunities across the UK? Please get in touch by emailing your CVtoor call Kirsty Tanner on 01792 940004 also you can apply below!