Account Director - Planning Communications

Position: Account Director - Planning Communications (Permanent)
Account Director – Built Environment
Central London.
£50,000 - £55,000

Are you passionate about shaping London’s future? Do you thrive at the intersection of politics, community, and the built environment?

We're looking for a Senior Account Director to join a growing London Planning Team.

In this pivotal role, you’ll lead on planning and engagement projects that support developers, councils, and landowners in delivering vital new developments—housing, commercial, industrial, cultural, and more—that help London thrive economically, culturally, and socially.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading client accounts and delivering projects
Shaping public and political engagement strategies
Managing social media and campaign content
Mentoring junior team members and sharing knowledge
Driving business development and proposal writing

What we’re looking for:

We're after politically engaged professionals with a passion for local government and a strong interest in how communities are shaped.
Ideally, you'll have experience in an agency setting and knowledge of the built environment.
Strong grasp of London politics and planning
A knack for community engagement and political strategy
Demonstrable public affairs experience
If you’re ready to help shape the future of one of the world’s most dynamic cities—and want to be part of a collaborative, values-driven team—we’d love to hear from you