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Planning Director - Strategic Land (West Midlands Combined Authority)


Company : Taylor Herrick Recruitment


Location : Birmingham, West Midlands


Created : 2025-06-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

OverviewThis is a market-leading, privately owned land promotion business with an enviable track record in identifying, promoting, and delivering strategic land for residential and mixed-use development across the UK. They work in partnership with landowners, planning authorities, and stakeholders to unlock complex sites and deliver long-term value.Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.The OpportunityDue to sustained growth, we are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Strategic Planning Director to lead the planning function. Reporting directly to the Board, you will shape and execute the planning strategy across a diverse portfolio, managing complex planning processes and driving successful outcomes that optimize land value and deliverables for both the business and landowner partners.Key ResponsibilitiesSet and lead the planning strategy for the business across all current and future land interests.Oversee local plan promotions, planning applications, appeals, and stakeholder engagement strategies.Lead and mentor a high-performing team of planners and external consultants.Provide planning insight and commercial guidance during land acquisition, promotion, and disposal stages.Actively monitor and influence emerging planning policy at local and national levels.Represent the business at senior meetings with LPAs, landowners, legal teams, and JV partners.Drive efficiencies, program management, and best-in-class reporting on planning matters to the Board.Candidate ProfileChartered Member of the RTPI with at least 1015 years experience, including senior leadership roles in strategic land, consultancy, or housebuilding.A proven track record of delivering large-scale residential and mixed-use consents.Excellent understanding of the UK planning system, local plan processes, and development viability.Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and influence others.Commercially astute with board-level communication skills and a strategic mindset.Credible, confident, and capable of operating at the highest levels both internally and externally.What Is On OfferBoard-level influence within a growing and respected business.Executive-level remuneration with incentive opportunities.Exposure to high-profile, high-value projects with impact.A supportive, entrepreneurial culture with a flat hierarchy and long-term vision.Please visit to view all vacancies within house building and residential development.Taylor Herrick Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers available at .#J-18808-Ljbffr