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Job Title: Associate Director (Planning) - Manchester (Non-Executive)
Location: Manchester
Salary: 拢60,000 + Car Allowance
A unique opportunity has arisen for an experienced planning professional to play a leading role in the strategic development of a newly established office in Manchester. This position is ideal for someone looking to make a meaningful impact while contributing to the expansion of a growing organisation.
The Associate Director will provide strategic guidance and leadership to support the operational effectiveness and business development of the Manchester office. This role requires a dynamic individual with a strong planning background, excellent stakeholder engagement skills, and a deep understanding of the local market.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Governance
路Provide high-level oversight to ensure smooth operations of the new office.
路Ensure full compliance with local planning regulations, legislation, and internal policies.
路Report regularly to the Managing Director on progress, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Stakeholder Engagement
路Represent the organisation at regional events and forums.
路Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, business networks, and community stakeholders.
Operational Performance
路Define and monitor KPIs to measure office success and operational impact.
路Provide ongoing strategic insight to optimise planning services and operational delivery.
Planning Consultancy
路Deliver a full range of planning and development services to clients.
路Manage the end-to-end planning process, from initial appraisal and fee proposal through to application submission, appeals, and policy advice.
路Respond to planning enquiries and contribute to the delivery of comprehensive planning strategies.
Candidate Profile:
路Significant experience in a senior leadership or associate director-level planning role.
路MRTPI qualification (essential).
路Deep understanding of the Manchester planning landscape and regulatory framework.
路Strong strategic planning, project management, and interpersonal skills.
路Proven track record in stakeholder engagement and collaborative working.
路Able to operate independently and contribute effectively in a non-executive capacity.
路Prior experience in a non-executive role is desirable.
What's on Offer:
路Competitive remuneration package (拢60K + car allowance).
路Opportunity to shape and lead the direction of a new office in a key regional hub.
路Flexible, non-executive role suited to experienced professionals seeking strategic involvement without full-time commitment.
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