Associate Director (Chartered Planner)

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Associate / Associate Director – Planning (MRTPI) Location: West Midlands (hybrid) Sector: Private sector planning – residential & strategic sites
Our client is a respected, growth‑minded planning consultancy partnering with major housebuilders (e.g. Taylor Wimpey, Barratt Developments, Vistry). They are seeking an experienced Associate or Associate Director to deliver high‑quality planning advice and applications across key strategic sites in the West Midlands. Key responsibilities
Provide clear, commercially minded planning policy advice to private sector clients. Lead, prepare and submit planning applications for strategic residential and mixed‑use developments. Project manage multi‑disciplinary teams, programmes and budgets to successful outcomes. Maintain strong relationships with clients, local planning authorities and stakeholders. Guide and develop junior team members; contribute to best practice and quality standards. Support light‑touch business development: proposals, capability statements and occasional client meetings.
About you
Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) – essential. Strong private sector consultancy background, ideally with residential/strategic land experience. Proven track record advising on planning policy and leading complex applications. Confident communicator with excellent report writing and presentation skills. Organised, delivery‑driven, and comfortable managing multiple projects and stakeholders. Knowledge of the West Midlands planning landscape and housing market drivers.
What’s on offer
Competitive salary and bonus aligned to seniority (Associate / Associate Director). Flexible, supportive culture with high‑calibre projects and national housebuilder clients. Clear progression, exposure to strategic work, and the ability to shape your portfolio. Collaborative team that values quality, integrity, and work–life balance. Work in a City Centre HQ office with great colleagues and a first‑class support team around you.
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Location:
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Job Type:
FullTime

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