Associate Director – Town Planning Location: Bedford or Rugby (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience A well-established, employee-owned planning consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Associate Director (Town Planning) to join their team at either their Bedford or Rugby office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chartered planning professional to take on a leadership role within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. The consultancy operates across a range of sectors and offers a broad portfolio of exciting projects within both the public and private sectors. Benefits: Private healthcare (via BUPA) Life insurance Company pension with salary sacrifices options Cycle-to-work scheme Enhanced maternity provision Support for professional development and chartership fees Annual performance and career development reviewsKey Responsibilities: Leading on site promotion and local plan work Providing expert planning advice to clients Preparing for and attending hearings and public inquiries Building and maintaining client relationships Supporting business development and networking activity Mentoring junior team members and overseeing project deliveryThe position also involves helping to grow the consultancy’s presence in the East Midlands and East of England regions, while contributing to a nationwide portfolio that includes residential, commercial, and specialist housing schemes. Essential Criteria: Chartered RTPI membership Strong planning knowledge across a variety of development types Excellent written and verbal communication skills A proactive and organised approach to project delivery Full UK driving licenceDesirable Experience: Public inquiry and hearing representation Fee proposals and tender submissions Project budgeting and invoicing Staff mentoring and line management Proven track record of business developmentIf you are interested in this Associate Director role, please send your cv to (url removed)