Associate Director / Planning Director

A rare opportunity has arisen for an Associate Director or Planning Director to join a high-performing Birmingham planning team. This role offers a genuine leadership platform, combining project delivery, client management and team growth responsibilities. The team works on a wide range of major residential, commercial and regeneration schemes across the Midlands and nationally.

The Role This is a senior leadership position with significant influence across the business.

Responsibilities include

Leading major development projects from inception through to delivery Acting as a trusted advisor to key developer and landowner clients Driving business development and generating new work Managing and developing a team of planners Supporting recruitment and team growth strategy Overseeing project financial performance Representing clients at inquiries, hearings and examinations Supporting Directors in shaping long-term business strategy This position offers a clear route into senior leadership within the business.

About You

MRTPI qualified (essential) Strong track record delivering major planning projects Experience operating at Associate or Director level Proven ability to win work and develop client relationships Strong leadership and team management experience Commercially astute with strong financial awareness A superb opportunity for a senior planner seeking a leadership role with real influence.

All applications will be treated in complete confidence. Shaun Lewis, Director – [email protected] 07789 371470