Associate Director of Development Planning + &;4500 Placement Bonus

Associate Director of Development Planning + £4,500 Placement Bonus
Norwich or Manchester or Cambridge
Hybrid
£4,500 Placement Bonus + Salary £50-70K

Our Client, a Successful and Growing Environmental Consultancy business, are looking for an Associate Director of Development Planning
The Role
As an Associate Director, you will play a key leadership role in planning and overseeing projects, while also serving as an ambassador for the company. You will drive business development by nurturing existing client relationships and actively pursuing new opportunities. Additionally, you will help develop the team's core competencies, assist the Regional Director in daily team management, and take on direct line management responsibilities as assigned.
Key Skills:

• Demonstrates effective management and influence across a range of stakeholders.
• Takes responsibility for line management, including coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
• Supports the technical development of staff and assists in gaining professional accreditation.
• Builds and strengthens relationships with clients and colleagues, ensuring client needs are met or exceeded.
• Provides technical input into projects and bids, leveraging knowledge to identify new opportunities.
• Manages the delivery of complex planning submissions and appeals, including acting as an expert witness.
• Leads strategic planning research, policy development, and assessments of development potential.
• Provides senior leadership within the Planning Division, ensuring adherence to professional standards and continuous development.

Qualifications & Experience

• An RTPI accredited degree or Masters in a related discipline
• A chartered member of the Royal Town Planning Institute

Also offered is an exceptional benefits package which includes;

• Growth bonus, enhanced pension, and death in service cover
• Private medical insurance and BUPA Cash Plan
• Hybrid work, extra annual leave, and loyalty leave (up to 5 days)
• Career progression, CPD, and professional membership support
• Employee discounts (Amazon Prime, cinema tickets, Apple benefits)
• Employee Assistance Program (financial and mental health support)

If you feel you meet the above criteria please click Apply Now or send an up to date CV to
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