Planning Director – Oxford

Regional Growth Lead – Strategic Housing & High-Value Development FutureGen Recruitment is working with a leading planning consultancy seeking a Planning Director to lead and grow its Oxford operation. This is a senior strategic appointment for an MRTPI planning leader with a strong commercial mindset, proven business development success and the ability to build and manage a high-performing team. The Planning Director will take responsibility for driving regional growth, securing major instructions, and leading complex residential and mixed-use projects across Oxfordshire and the wider South East. The Role As Planning Director, you will take ownership of the Oxford team’s strategic direction and commercial performance. Key responsibilities include: Setting and delivering the Oxford regional growth strategy Winning new work and strengthening major client relationships Leading major residential, mixed-use and strategic land planning projects Managing senior stakeholders including developers, land promoters and investors Overseeing project profitability, operational performance and team resourcing Leading major planning appeals and Local Plan examinations Recruiting, mentoring and developing senior staff and future leadership talent Acting as a visible market leader across the Oxfordshire development community Ensuring planning delivery excellence and maintaining the consultancy’s reputation This is an opportunity to lead a region and play a key role in shaping the long-term success of the business. About You Proven success winning and delivering major planning instructions Strong leadership capability with team management experience Strong commercial and financial awareness (fees, profitability, growth planning) Entrepreneurial mindset and desire to drive regional growth A rare opportunity for an ambitious planning leader to take ownership of a high-performing market. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. #J-18808-Ljbffr