Job Description
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.
Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on or