Regional Planning Director

2 weeks ago


Plymouth, United Kingdom Penguin Recruitment Full time

Penguin Recruitment is seeking an experienced Regional Planning Director to establish a new office in Plymouth for a leading Planning Consultancy. This exciting opportunity allows a seasoned professional to take on a leadership role, build a team, and contribute to the company's growth in the South West.

About the Role:
  • Establish a new office, responsible for business development and client acquisition in the region
  • Develop and manage a successful planning team, providing mentorship and support to junior planners
  • Drive large-scale planning projects across various sectors, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments
  • Foster strong relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and local authorities
  • Deliver expert planning advice and guidance to clients, ensuring successful project outcomes
Requirements:
  • Proven experience in a senior planning role, ideally at Director level
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the UK planning system, with a strong network of contacts in the South West
  • Excellent business development skills, with a track record of winning new work and growing client accounts
  • Strong leadership and management abilities, capable of building and inspiring a high-performing team
  • Exceptional communication and negotiation skills
  • MRTPI qualification (or working towards)

The successful candidate will have the autonomy to make strategic decisions, with full support from the wider company, and play a key role in shaping the future of a leading consultancy's operations in Plymouth.



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