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Supporting better planning outcomes through thoughtful, people-focused recruitment Associate Director – Town Planning – Manchester – Up to £65,000 + Benefits
Lead complex planning projects at a respected, design-led consultancy
Based in central Manchester with flexible hybrid working options
Shape strategy, guide clients, and mentor junior planners
Excellent package with scope for further progression
ABOUT THE CLIENT:
Our client is a well-established planning and design consultancy, delivering expert planning advice and strategy across sectors including green infrastructure, commercial, mixed-use, and residential. Known for their collaborative approach and planning insight, they work on some of the UK’s most ambitious and challenging development projects. Due to sustained growth, they are now seeking an Associate Director – Town Planning to join their Manchester office and help lead the team into its next phase of success.
THE BENEFITS:
Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience
Hybrid working model and flexible hours
Annual performance bonus
Clear pathway to Director-level progression
Supportive and inclusive team culture
APC support and structured CPD
Strategic input across multidisciplinary teams
THE ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR – TOWN PLANNING ROLE:
You’ll take a lead role in delivering planning strategy for a range of high-profile projects across the North and nationally. This will involve leading projects, managing client relationships, preparing and overseeing planning applications and appeals, and offering expert advice at all stages of the development lifecycle. You’ll also contribute to business development, lead internal project teams, and provide mentorship to junior planners. This role combines hands-on planning work with leadership, commercial awareness, and strategic thinking.
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR – TOWN PLANNING ESSENTIAL SKILLS:
MRTPI chartered with a strong track record in consultancy or client-side planning
At least 10 years’ professional experience within the UK planning system
Demonstrable experience leading planning applications and appeals
Confident managing clients, stakeholders, and project teams
Strong commercial awareness and interest in business development
Clear, persuasive written and verbal communication skills
TO BE CONSIDERED:
Please either apply through this advert or email me directly at dan.butler@hirecracker.com. For further information, please call me on 07881 244 212. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.
Seniority level Seniority level Director
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Business Development, Consulting, and Project Management
Industries Construction and Architecture and Planning
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