Regional Director - London OfficeLocation: London Division: Planning Reports to: Director of PlanningOverviewA well-established national planning consultancy is seeking a dynamic and commercially focused Regional Director to lead the Planning team based in London. This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to drive growth, manage a multidisciplinary team, and take responsibility for client development across a range of sectors including Residential, Commercial, and Estates.The successful candidate will help shape the direction of the division, contribute to the overall company strategy, and act as a senior representative of the business within the industry.Key ResponsibilitiesTeam and Office Leadership: Manage and mentor the London planning team, overseeing project delivery, performance, and staff development.Strategic Oversight: Support the Director of Planning with national division strategy and business operations.Client and Business Development:Build and strengthen relationships with new and existing clients.Lead client-facing activity including tenders, presentations, and negotiations.Identify growth opportunities across all sectors and convert them into revenue-generating projects.Cross-disciplinary Collaboration: Foster integration with other teams and disciplines across the company to deliver holistic client solutions.Project Delivery:Manage complex planning projects independently, including appeals and strategic planning assessments.Provide expert guidance to