About the opportunity
Our client is always keen to hear from talented Associates and Associate Directors. There's no closing date, so you can get in touch when the timing suits you. The role can be based in London, Edinburgh or Reading, whichever works best for you.
The guide salary is £58,000 – £75,000 plus benefits, with London typically about 10% higher. The final figure depends on your experience and the scope of the role.
The consultancy
Our client is a large national planning and development consultancy with a long-established reputation. It advises private and public sector clients on a broad mix of work. That includes residential and mixed-use schemes, strategic land, commercial, infrastructure, heritage, economics and appeals. It also has a strong focus on market analysis and policy insight.
What you will be doing
- Leading major planning projects and strategic promotions from start to finish
- Acting as a trusted adviser to clients, building long-term relationships and helping to win new work
- Guiding and developing teams of planners, and contributing to the wider direction of the office
- Shaping planning strategy, applications and appeals, and working alongside economists, heritage specialists and other colleagues
- Representing clients with local authorities, communities and other stakeholders
About you
- Substantial post-qualification experience in UK planning consultancy, with a record of delivering complex projects
- MRTPI chartered, or close to it
- Commercially aware, with strong client skills and an interest in business development
- Experience of managing and mentoring others
- A sound understanding of current planning policy and a clear view on where it is heading
How to apply
Apply through PLANNINGJOBS.COM. A Tarson consultant will call you for a confidential chat before anything is shared with any client. Tarson works with a number of consultancies in the area. Even if this one isn't quite right, a strong CV will be matched to the best fit, which is what makes it worth applying.
