A leading national planning consultancy is seeking a Planning Director to lead and grow their Southampton office. With expertise spanning residential, health, education, retail, energy, leisure, and employment, they deliver forward-thinking and sustainable solutions, consistently exceeding client expectations.
They are looking for a highly experienced, commercially driven leader who shares their commitment to integrity, innovation, and excellence in planning. If you thrive in a collaborative, client-focused environment and have a strong track record in business development, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and develop the Southampton planning team, driving project success and business growth. Oversee and manage complex planning applications, delivering high-quality consultancy advice.
* Foster and maintain strong client relationships, providing strategic planning guidance across various sectors.
* Play a key role in business development, leveraging your strong industry network to generate new opportunities.
* Ensure projects align with local and national planning policies and deliver sustainable outcomes. Represent the consultancy at key industry events, networking functions, and stakeholder meetings.
Requirements:
Chartered Member of the RTPI (essential).
* A minimum of 5-8 years’ experience in town planning within a consultancy environment.
* Proven ability to win work and develop business, drawing upon a strong professional network.
* Excellent leadership skills with a track record of managing and mentoring teams.
* Strong technical planning knowledge, with experience across multiple sectors.
* Outstanding communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
What’s on Offer?
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* The opportunity to shape the Southampton office, driving its future success.
* A dynamic and supportive work environment within a respected national consultancy.
* A chance to work on diverse, high-profile projects with industry-leading professionals.
This is a unique opportunity for a driven and ambitious Planning Director to make a real impact in a growing and forward-thinking consultancy.
More details?
To apply or find out more, please send your CV below or contact us for a confidential discussion.
Please call Rob on 07855 276123 / (0)20 7112 8420 or email rob@futuregenrecruitment.com