Associate Director to Director (Town Planning)

Company: Cobalt Recruitment
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Location: Birmingham
Job Description:

Lead. Influence. Grow.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director or Director to join a growing, independent planning consultancy in Birmingham.

This is a genuine leadership role where you’ll help shape the growth of the business, lead high-profile planning projects, develop client relationships, mentor a talented team, and play a key role in winning new work.

The Role

  • Lead planning applications and strategic planning projects.
  • Build and manage strong client relationships.
  • Support business development and help grow the Birmingham office.
  • Mentor and develop junior planners.
  • Work across a diverse portfolio of projects throughout the UK.

About You

  • MRTPI qualified.
  • Strong UK planning experience within consultancy, client-side or the public sector.
  • Commercially minded with excellent communication and leadership skills.
  • Passionate about delivering high-quality planning advice and developing lasting client relationships.

What’s on Offer?

  • Genuine route to influence and leadership.
  • Varied, high-quality projects across multiple sectors.
  • Hybrid working and excellent career progression.
  • Competitive salary, bonus and benefits.

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact while helping shape the future of a growing consultancy, we’d love to hear from you.

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 sgreeff@cobaltrecruitment.com or 07458161399.

Posted: August 20th, 2026