TOWN PLANNING DIRECTOR - LEEDS (NEW OFFICE LEAD)

KEY POINTS

• Opportunity to lead and establish a new Leeds office within an established planning brand
• Immediate access to existing clients and live projects
• Full back-office, marketing, and operational support already in place
• Senior-level package with strong earning potential and long-term equity prospects

ABOUT THE CLIENT We're working with an established and well-regarded planning consultancy with a strong national presence and an excellent reputation across the built environment sector. As part of their continued growth, they're looking to appoint a Planning Director to lead the launch of their Leeds office and play a key role in shaping its success.

THE BENEFITS

• Autonomy to build and lead your own regional presence in Leeds
• Existing client base and project pipeline to support early growth
• Full operational, administrative, and marketing support
• Clear progression towards equity or board-level involvement
• Flexible working with a focus on outcomes rather than process

THE PLANNING DIRECTOR ROLE: This is a strategic hire aimed at experienced planners who enjoy winning work, building relationships, and leading teams - but want to do so without the burden of setting up infrastructure from scratch.

You'll be responsible for driving business development across the Leeds and wider Yorkshire region, delivering high-quality planning advice, and establishing a strong regional presence. At the same time, you'll benefit from the backing of a well-established brand, allowing you to focus on what you do best - advising clients and growing a business unit.

Whether you already have a following or are looking for the right platform to elevate your career, this role offers a balance of independence and support that's often difficult to find.

PLANNING DIRECTOR ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Significant experience within town planning, ideally in a consultancy environment
• Proven track record of winning work and developing client relationships
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to drive growth
• Leadership experience or a clear desire to step into a leadership role
• RTPI membership (or equivalent)

TO BE CONSIDERED: Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via

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KEY SKILLS Town Planning, Planning Director, Business Development, RTPI, Consultancy, Leadership, Development Management, Strategic Planning, Built Environment