Town Planning Office Lead - Associate up to Director
hace 23 días
Hounslow
An established planning consultancy is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Senior Associate Planner to take a leading role in delivering a diverse portfolio of planning projects. This role offers the chance to work independently on a wide range of developments, manage client relationships, and contribute to business growth while mentoring junior colleagues. While this is a fantastic opportunity and senior role, the most exciting aspect is that you could be a future owner within the business and very quickly the office lead. Key Responsibilities • Manage and deliver the full range of planning consultancy services across a variety of projects., • Prepare planning statements, appraisals, applications, and appeals, ensuring accuracy and professionalism., • Undertake planning history and policy research, site visits, and appraisals independently., • Provide clear and robust planning advice to clients, both written and verbal., • Lead on the preparation and management of pre-application submissions, planning appeals, and local plan representations., • Represent clients at planning committees, hearings, and public consultations., • Coordinate and manage multi-disciplinary consultant teams on complex schemes., • Build and maintain strong client relationships, securing repeat and referral business., • Mentor junior planners and support their professional development., • Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) or working towards chartered status., • Strong understanding of UK planning legislation and development processes., • Proven experience in private sector planning consultancy or similar environment., • Excellent written communication, analytical, and presentation skills., • Strong project management ability with attention to detail and time management under pressure., • Confidence in handling client relationships and generating new work opportunities., • Collaborative and supportive team approach with a proactive, motivated mindset., • Autonomy to shape your career and lead meaningful projects., • You'll enjoy a people-first, supportive working environment that values your input and ideas., • A supportive culture that values growth, quality, and innovation. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planner ready to step into a leadership role, combining hands-on project work with mentoring, client engagement, and business development. You’ll join a professional, collaborative team where initiative and expertise are recognised and rewarded. When applying to any role through Cobalt, your CV will never be shared with a client without your prior consent. Apply in confidence below or get in touch with me for a confidential discussion about the position via ___ or 07458161399.