Planning Director

  • Truro
  • Alfred Recruitment Llp

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Planning Director to join their dynamic team in Cornwall.

This leadership role offers the perfect opportunity to contribute to a diverse range of exciting projects while shaping the future of the practice in the beautiful Southwest region.



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What’s on offer:

  • Salary £60,000 - £65,000 (DOE)
  • 30 days annual leave plus all bank and public holidays
  • Health Insurance package
  • Company pension
  • Free onsite parking
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment
  • Professional growth and development opportunities


About the Practice

Our client is a well-established and respected multi-disciplinary chartered practice, renowned for its comprehensive understanding of the intricate planning process. Its in-house team of planners, architects, and landscape architects work in unison to deliver a fully integrated approach to development, guiding projects seamlessly from concept to completion.

The Practice has a strong track record of securing planning permissions for even the most challenging sites, and their nationwide portfolio includes a diverse range of projects. These span, but are not limited to, high-end residential developments, commercial and tourism schemes, luxury coastal properties, bespoke homes, and renewable energy developments.


What are we looking for?

  • Must be MRTPI qualified
  • Have 5+ years’ post chartered experience in a town planning role within the UK
  • Ideally have previous team leadership experience
  • Have experience in client facing work
  • Demonstrate excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Be a critical thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Be organised, flexible, proactive and professional and commercially minded
  • Be enthusiastic about leading other professionals within the business