Associate Director (Transport Planning)

TL;DR

Associate Director (Transport Planning): Leading the growth and delivery of transport development planning services in the UK with an accent on securing planning consents and business development. Focus on winning large complex projects, managing high-profile client accounts, and providing expert witness testimony at public inquiries.

Location: Hybrid (UK). Must be based in the UK (offices in London, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, or Hemel Hempstead) with a requirement to spend 60% of time in-office or on-site with clients.

Company

hirify.global is an employee-owned transport consultancy dedicated to creating sustainable and innovative places for people to live, work, and enjoy.

What you will do

• Drive the growth of the UK transport development planning business through existing accounts and new client acquisition.
• Lead the technical delivery and national leadership of high-quality transport development planning work.
• Win and direct large, complex projects and proposals as a bid or project director.
• Manage the financial and commercial performance of specific market areas and geographies.
• Represent clients as an expert witness and at public inquiries.
• Mentor and supervise team members to foster professional growth.

Requirements

• Proven track record in transport development planning within a consultancy career.
• Strong network of contacts and a demonstrated history of business development in the UK.
• Experience leading stakeholder engagement with local authorities, politicians, and senior officials.
• Ability to lead the production and delivery of complex proposals and marketing materials.
• Proven project delivery experience in both the private and public sectors.
• Must be based in the UK to support the hybrid work model.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee-owned company culture that is collaborative, inclusive, and nurturing.
• Comprehensive health package including private medical insurance and health screening.
• Financial security through a company pension scheme, life assurance, and group income protection.
• Agile working hours allowing employees to balance professional and family life.
• Group Share Incentive Plan and a discretionary annual performance bonus.
• 25 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell additional days.