Head of Renewable Energy Planning
- Joshua Robert Recruitment
- Oct 14, 2025
Full time
Real Estate
Management
Property
Job Description
Head of Renewables Planning
Leading UK Property & Planning Consultancy London, Cambridge, Norwich, Oxford or Milton Keynes
Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced and ambitious planning professional to lead a newly created national Renewables Planning function within one of the UK s most respected independent property consultancies.
This is a key strategic leadership role for an individual passionate about shaping a sustainable future and driving major renewable energy projects across the country. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build, lead and develop a national service offering that supports clients across solar, wind and battery storage technologies.
The Renewables Planning function will operate alongside an established Energy and Climate division, providing an integrated service to landowners, developers and investors focused on achieving the UK s net zero ambitions.
Key Responsibilities
Leading UK Property & Planning Consultancy London, Cambridge, Norwich, Oxford or Milton Keynes
Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced and ambitious planning professional to lead a newly created national Renewables Planning function within one of the UK s most respected independent property consultancies.
This is a key strategic leadership role for an individual passionate about shaping a sustainable future and driving major renewable energy projects across the country. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build, lead and develop a national service offering that supports clients across solar, wind and battery storage technologies.
The Renewables Planning function will operate alongside an established Energy and Climate division, providing an integrated service to landowners, developers and investors focused on achieving the UK s net zero ambitions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and grow a national Renewables Planning team.
- Deliver high-quality planning advice and support across the full range of renewable technologies.
- Manage a portfolio of clients including developers, landowners, and public sector bodies.
- Drive business development and grow the service offering across the UK.
- Collaborate closely with internal energy and sustainability specialists to deliver integrated solutions.
- Maintain the highest standards of project delivery, client care, and operational excellence.
- Chartered Member of the RTPI with extensive renewables planning experience.
- Operating at Partner, Director or equivalent senior level.
- Strong background in Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) and Development Consent Orders (DCOs).
- Proven leadership, management, and business development capabilities.
- Degree in a planning or renewables-related discipline.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Competitive salary, car allowance and performance-related bonus.
- Up to 8% matched pension, 28+ days holiday, your birthday off, and additional wellness days.
- Private medical cover, medicash plan and lifestyle perks.
- Ongoing professional development, study support and clear progression opportunities.
- Agile working and enhanced family leave policies.
- A collaborative and forward-thinking environment that actively supports innovation and sustainability.
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