Head of Town Planning

1 month ago


York, United Kingdom Net Zero People Full time

Net Zero People are working with a leading Town Planning Consultancy who are looking for a Head of Planning, responsible for the future growth and development of the Planning business and building on its current strong position..


The main responsibilities will be:


  • Building the planning team and motivating, developing and managing their performance.
  • Building existing client relationships and generating new business.
  • Managing client expectations.
  • Project managing a mix of planning submissions and appeals.
  • Preparing tender responses.
  • Performing strategic planning research and policy development including assessments of development potential.
  • Making site inspections and assessing merits of proposals.
  • Giving guidance to engineers/architects on the production of drawings and supplemental planning information in relation to planning submissions.
  • Taking responsibility for the strategic management input of planning projects including financial management.
  • Keeping abreast of relevant legislation and latest planning laws.
  • Expanding networks and creating relationships with key stakeholders including local authorities.
  • Providing senior leadership across the business.
  • Mentoring team through RTPI development processes and procedures.
  • Managing, maintaining and growing fee pipeline across Plan the planning function.
  • Working closely with other services elements to provide and promote integrated service offer.
  • Undertaking colleague reviews and assessing performance management.
  • Attending meetings with external stakeholders and interest groups.
  • Driving external marketing, networking and engagement.


The role is hybrid with 2/3 days per week in York office.


If you would like to get further details please feel free to apply.


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