Planning Director – Leeds

Yorkshire Regional Lead – Strategic Planning & Growth FutureGen Recruitment is working with a leading planning consultancy seeking a Planning Director to lead and grow their Leeds/Yorkshire operation. This is a rare senior appointment offering genuine autonomy. The successful candidate will shape the strategic direction of the regional team, drive business development, strengthen client relationships and oversee delivery of high-profile residential and regeneration projects. The Role As Planning Director, you will hold responsibility for both technical leadership and commercial growth. Your remit will include: Setting and delivering a regional growth strategy across Yorkshire Leading major client accounts and securing new instructions Managing a pipeline of strategic residential and regeneration projects Developing and mentoring senior planners and future leaders Recruiting and building a high-performing planning team Leading high-level planning appeals, inquiries and Local Plan examinations Overseeing project profitability, budgets and operational performance Representing the consultancy within the wider regional development market This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a region and build a long-term planning legacy. About You Strong track record in consultancy, developer or major stakeholder environments Proven success winning work and developing client relationships Experience managing teams, budgets and business performance Strong market reputation and regional network Commercially driven, entrepreneurial and growth-focused mindset A standout leadership role with clear opportunity to build something significant. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. #J-18808-Ljbffr