412 Director Of Development jobs in the United Kingdom

OverviewnOur client is a well-known global design consultancy who are looking for a Technical Director who will specifically support the Development team, who provide transport planning, civil infrastructure and urban design support on development and masterplanning projects.

This position will play a key role in the team’s growth in Cambridge, across East Anglia / the East of England, and nationally. The ideal candidate must have a wealth of experience in development transport planning background who should already be embedded within the local and regional market and will have a focus on client facing activities, business growth, market strategy and technical leadership and will play an integral part in supporting the initiative to diversify their team.

What’s on offer

Hybrid / Flexible working

Car Allowance

Enhanced annual leave

Enhanced maternity / paternity leave

Bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

High street discounts

& more

The role

Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, leveraging a network of clients, co-professionals and colleagues to help win work and increase market share for the Development team.

Liaising with the Regional Director for Development South and local office lead in setting and agreeing appropriate growth targets and plans.

Liaising with public / private sector clients and key stakeholders, such as local planning authorities, to build trusted relationships

Leading and supporting bids, including reviewing and authorising submissions, demonstrating commercial and technical added value.

Acting as Project Director for major projects and strategically important commissions.

Supporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensuring the team complies with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality).

Providing technical advice to clients and supporting them through the planning and design process.

What you need to succeed

Degree level qualification in transport planning or civil engineering

To have proven at winning and delivering new work within a multi-disciplinary consultancy environment with experience across both the public and private sectors. A sector specialism would be an added advantage (though not essential).

To be experienced at managing large multi-disciplinary tender proposals and will be responsible for identifying opportunities for new work with existing and new clients, existing sector leads within the team and colleagues across the company.

To have Chartered status with the ICE or equivalent.

Commercial and strategic capability with a demonstrable track record in having identified and subsequently delivered new business opportunities

Excellent inter-personal skills with established leadership and management capabilities and experience

Proven track record of work winning

A broad range of relevant project management experience

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**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?**
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
**A little more about your role.**
Specifically supporting the Development team, who provide transport planning, civil infrastructure and urban design support on development and masterplanning projects, the appointment will play a key role in the team's growth aspirations in and around Leeds and nationally. We are looking to recruit a Technical Director/Director with a development transport planning background who should already be embedded within the local and regional market and will have a focus on client facing activities, business growth, market strategy and technical leadership and will play an integral part in supporting the initiative to diversify our team, in terms of both staff numbers and revenue.
The successful candidate will be proven at winning and delivering new work within a multi-disciplinary consultancy environment with experience across both the public and private sectors. A sector specialism would be an added advantage (though not essential). They will also be experienced at managing large multi-disciplinary tender proposals and will be responsible for identifying opportunities for new work with existing and new clients, existing sector leads within the team and colleagues across the wider WSP business.
Key aspects of the role include:
+ Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, leveraging a network of clients, co-professionals and colleagues to help win work and increase market share for the Development team.
+ Liaising with the Regional Director for Development South and local office lead in setting and agreeing appropriate growth targets and plans.
+ Liaising with public / private sector clients and key stakeholders, such as local planning authorities, to build trusted relationships
+ Providing technical advice to clients and supporting them through the planning and design process.
+ Exhibiting and demonstrating behaviours and attitudes in accordance with WSP's core values.
+ Working closely with colleagues to ensure coordination across the Development team and sharing of market intelligence, best practice and innovation.
+ Leading and supporting bids, including reviewing and authorising submissions, demonstrating commercial and technical added value.
+ Acting as Project Director for major projects and strategically important commissions.
+ Supporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensuring the team complies with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality).
The Development Team is a well-established and high performing part within the Planning and Development discipline which includes over 800 colleagues focused on project delivery through the whole project life cycle, from initial land acquisition, planning support and design, through to scheme implementation and handover.
Our vision is to be recognised as the best Development team in the industry. We strive to achieve this through continuous improvement and a management structure comprising of four pillars, namely; Technical Excellence, People, Clients and Operational Excellence.
We help our clients to promote, implement and manage sustainable development, from pre-feasibility through to planning consent; establish plans and provision for how an area, its accessibility, and needs, will develop over time and guide sustainable future development; and develop multi-disciplinary design from concept through to detailed design and construction.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ Degree level qualification in transport planning or civil engineering
+ Chartered status
+ Commercial and strategic capability with a demonstrable track record in having identified and subsequently delivered new business opportunities
+ Excellent inter-personal skills with established leadership and management capabilities and experience
+ Proven track record of work winning
+ A broad range of relevant project experience
Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
#L1-JC2
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._

**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?**
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
**A little more about your role.**
Specifically supporting the Development team, who provide transport planning, civil infrastructure and urban design support on development and masterplanning projects, the appointment will play a key role in the team's growth aspirations in and around Manchester and nationally. We are looking to recruit a Technical Director/Director with a development transport planning background who should already be embedded within the local and regional market and will have a focus on client facing activities, business growth, market strategy and technical leadership and will play an integral part in supporting the initiative to diversify our team, in terms of both staff numbers and revenue.
The successful candidate will be proven at winning and delivering new work within a multi-disciplinary consultancy environment with experience across both the public and private sectors. A sector specialism would be an added advantage (though not essential). They will also be experienced at managing large multi-disciplinary tender proposals and will be responsible for identifying opportunities for new work with existing and new clients, existing sector leads within the team and colleagues across the wider WSP business.
Key aspects of the role include:
+ Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, leveraging a network of clients, co-professionals and colleagues to help win work and increase market share for the Development team.
+ Liaising with the Regional Director for Development South and local office lead in setting and agreeing appropriate growth targets and plans.
+ Liaising with public / private sector clients and key stakeholders, such as local planning authorities, to build trusted relationships
+ Providing technical advice to clients and supporting them through the planning and design process.
+ Exhibiting and demonstrating behaviours and attitudes in accordance with WSP's core values.
+ Working closely with colleagues to ensure coordination across the Development team and sharing of market intelligence, best practice and innovation.
+ Leading and supporting bids, including reviewing and authorising submissions, demonstrating commercial and technical added value.
+ Acting as Project Director for major projects and strategically important commissions.
+ Supporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensuring the team complies with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality).
The Development Team is a well-established and high performing part within the Planning and Development discipline which includes over 800 colleagues focused on project delivery through the whole project life cycle, from initial land acquisition, planning support and design, through to scheme implementation and handover.
Our vision is to be recognised as the best Development team in the industry. We strive to achieve this through continuous improvement and a management structure comprising of four pillars, namely; Technical Excellence, People, Clients and Operational Excellence.
We help our clients to promote, implement and manage sustainable development, from pre-feasibility through to planning consent; establish plans and provision for how an area, its accessibility, and needs, will develop over time and guide sustainable future development; and develop multi-disciplinary design from concept through to detailed design and construction.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ Degree level qualification in transport planning or civil engineering
+ Chartered status
+ Commercial and strategic capability with a demonstrable track record in having identified and subsequently delivered new business opportunities
+ Excellent inter-personal skills with established leadership and management capabilities and experience
+ Proven track record of work winning
+ A broad range of relevant project experience
Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
#L1-JC2
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._

nJob Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

Specifically supporting the Development team, who provide transport planning, civil infrastructure and urban design support on development and masterplanning projects, the appointment will play a key role in the team's growth aspirations in and around Manchester and nationally. We are looking to recruit a Technical Director/Director with a development transport planning background who should already be embedded within the local and regional market and will have a focus on client facing activities, business growth, market strategy and technical leadership and will play an integral part in supporting the initiative to diversify our team, in terms of both staff numbers and revenue.

The successful candidate will be proven at winning and delivering new work within a multi-disciplinary consultancy environment with experience across both the public and private sectors. A sector specialism would be an added advantage (though not essential). They will also be experienced at managing large multi-disciplinary tender proposals and will be responsible for identifying opportunities for new work with existing and new clients, existing sector leads within the team and colleagues across the wider WSP business.

Key aspects of the role include:nIdentifying and pursuing new business opportunities, leveraging a network of clients, co-professionals and colleagues to help win work and increase market share for the Development team.nLiaising with the Regional Director for Development South and local office lead in setting and agreeing appropriate growth targets and plans.nLiaising with public / private sector clients and key stakeholders, such as local planning authorities, to build trusted relationshipsnProviding technical advice to clients and supporting them through the planning and design process.nExhibiting and demonstrating behaviours and attitudes in accordance with WSP's core values.nWorking closely with colleagues to ensure coordination across the Development team and sharing of market intelligence, best practice and innovation.nLeading and supporting bids, including reviewing and authorising submissions, demonstrating commercial and technical added value.nActing as Project Director for major projects and strategically important commissions.nSupporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensuring the team complies with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality).

The Development Team is a well-established and high performing part within the Planning and Development discipline which includes over 800 colleagues focused on project delivery through the whole project life cycle, from initial land acquisition, planning support and design, through to scheme implementation and handover.

Our vision is to be recognised as the best Development team in the industry. We strive to achieve this through continuous improvement and a management structure comprising of four pillars, namely; Technical Excellence, People, Clients and Operational Excellence.

We help our clients to promote, implement and manage sustainable development, from pre-feasibility through to planning consent; establish plans and provision for how an area, its accessibility, and needs, will develop over time and guide sustainable future development; and develop multi-disciplinary design from concept through to detailed design and construction.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…nDegree level qualification in transport planning or civil engineeringnChartered statusnCommercial and strategic capability with a demonstrable track record in having identified and subsequently delivered new business opportunitiesnExcellent inter-personal skills with established leadership and management capabilities and experiencenProven track record of work winningnA broad range of relevant project experience

Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.n#L1-JC2

About Us

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 69,300 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity

We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Med24 offers you and your family unlimited telephone access to an NHS doctor, available 24/7, with options for face-to-face video consultations. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

#J-18808-Ljbffrn

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?nAt WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.nA little more about your role…

Specifically supporting the Development team, who provide transport planning, civil infrastructure and urban design support on development and masterplanning projects, the appointment will play a key role in the team’s growth aspirations in and around Manchester and nationally. We are looking to recruit a Technical Director/Director with a development transport planning background who should already be embedded within the local and regional market and will have a focus on client facing activities, business growth, market strategy and technical leadership and will play an integral part in supporting the initiative to diversify our team, in terms of both staff numbers and revenue.nThe successful candidate will be proven at winning and delivering new work within a multi-disciplinary consultancy environment with experience across both the public and private sectors. A sector specialism would be an added advantage (though not essential). They will also be experienced at managing large multi-disciplinary tender proposals and will be responsible for identifying opportunities for new work with existing and new clients, existing sector leads within the team and colleagues across the wider WSP business.nKey aspects of the role include:nIdentifying and pursuing new business opportunities, leveraging a network of clients, co-professionals and colleagues to help win work and increase market share for the Development team.nLiaising with the Regional Director for Development South and local office lead in setting and agreeing appropriate growth targets and plans.nLiaising with public / private sector clients and key stakeholders, such as local planning authorities, to build trusted relationshipsnProviding technical advice to clients and supporting them through the planning and design process.nExhibiting and demonstrating behaviours and attitudes in accordance with WSP’s core values.nWorking closely with colleagues to ensure coordination across the Development team and sharing of market intelligence, best practice and innovation.nLeading and supporting bids, including reviewing and authorising submissions, demonstrating commercial and technical added value.nActing as Project Director for major projects and strategically important commissions.nSupporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensuring the team complies with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality).nThe Development Team is a well-established and high performing part within the Planning and Development discipline which includes over 800 colleagues focused on project delivery through the whole project life cycle, from initial land acquisition, planning support and design, through to scheme implementation and handover.nOur vision is to be recognised as the best Development team in the industry. We strive to achieve this through continuous improvement and a management structure comprising of four pillars, namely; Technical Excellence, People, Clients and Operational Excellence.nWe help our clients to promote, implement and manage sustainable development, from pre-feasibility through to planning consent; establish plans and provision for how an area, its accessibility, and needs, will develop over time and guide sustainable future development; and develop multi-disciplinary design from concept through to detailed design and construction.nWhat we will be looking for you to demonstrate…nDegree level qualification in transport planning or civil engineeringnChartered statusnCommercial and strategic capability with a demonstrable track record in having identified and subsequently delivered new business opportunitiesnExcellent inter-personal skills with established leadership and management capabilities and experiencenProven track record of work winningnA broad range of relevant project experiencenDon’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.nWith us, you can.Apply today.n#L1-JC2

#J-18808-Ljbffrn

**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?**
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
**A little more about your role.**
Specifically supporting the Development team, who provide transport planning, civil infrastructure and urban design support on development and masterplanning projects, the appointment will play a key role in the team's growth aspirations in Cambridge, across East Anglia / the East of England, and nationally. We are looking to recruit a Technical Director with a development transport planning background who should already be embedded within the local and regional market and will have a focus on client facing activities, business growth, market strategy and technical leadership and will play an integral part in supporting the initiative to diversify our team, in terms of both staff numbers and revenue.
The successful candidate will be proven at winning and delivering new work within a multi-disciplinary consultancy environment with experience across both the public and private sectors. A sector specialism would be an added advantage (though not essential). They will also be experienced at managing large multi-disciplinary tender proposals and will be responsible for identifying opportunities for new work with existing and new clients, existing sector leads within the team and colleagues across the wider WSP business.
Key aspects of the role include:
+ Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, leveraging a network of clients, co-professionals and colleagues to help win work and increase market share for the Development team.
+ Liaising with the Regional Director for Development South and local office lead in setting and agreeing appropriate growth targets and plans.
+ Liaising with public / private sector clients and key stakeholders, such as local planning authorities, to build trusted relationships
+ Providing technical advice to clients and supporting them through the planning and design process.
+ Exhibiting and demonstrating behaviours and attitudes in accordance with WSP's core values.
+ Working closely with colleagues to ensure coordination across the Development team and sharing of market intelligence, best practice and innovation.
+ Leading and supporting bids, including reviewing and authorising submissions, demonstrating commercial and technical added value.
+ Acting as Project Director for major projects and strategically important commissions.
+ Supporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensuring the team complies with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality).
The Development Team is a well-established and high performing part within the Planning and Development discipline which includes over 800 colleagues focused on project delivery through the whole project life cycle, from initial land acquisition, planning support and design, through to scheme implementation and handover.
Our vision is to be recognised as the best Development team in the industry. We strive to achieve this through continuous improvement and a management structure comprising of four pillars, namely; Technical Excellence, People, Clients and Operational Excellence.
We help our clients to promote, implement and manage sustainable development, from pre-feasibility through to planning consent; establish plans and provision for how an area, its accessibility, and needs, will develop over time and guide sustainable future development; and develop multi-disciplinary design from concept through to detailed design and construction.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ Degree level qualification in transport planning or civil engineering
+ Chartered status
+ Commercial and strategic capability with a demonstrable track record in having identified and subsequently delivered new business opportunities
+ Excellent inter-personal skills with established leadership and management capabilities and experience
+ Proven track record of work winning
+ A broad range of relevant project experience
Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
#LI-HR1
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._

nJob Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

Specifically supporting the Development team, who provide transport planning, civil infrastructure and urban design support on development and masterplanning projects, the appointment will play a key role in the team's growth aspirations in Cambridge, across East Anglia / the East of England, and nationally. We are looking to recruit a Technical Director with a development transport planning background who should already be embedded within the local and regional market and will have a focus on client facing activities, business growth, market strategy and technical leadership and will play an integral part in supporting the initiative to diversify our team, in terms of both staff numbers and revenue.

The successful candidate will be proven at winning and delivering new work within a multi-disciplinary consultancy environment with experience across both the public and private sectors. A sector specialism would be an added advantage (though not essential). They will also be experienced at managing large multi-disciplinary tender proposals and will be responsible for identifying opportunities for new work with existing and new clients, existing sector leads within the team and colleagues across the wider WSP business.

Key aspects of the role include:nIdentifying and pursuing new business opportunities, leveraging a network of clients, co-professionals and colleagues to help win work and increase market share for the Development team.nLiaising with the Regional Director for Development South and local office lead in setting and agreeing appropriate growth targets and plans.nLiaising with public / private sector clients and key stakeholders, such as local planning authorities, to build trusted relationshipsnProviding technical advice to clients and supporting them through the planning and design process.nExhibiting and demonstrating behaviours and attitudes in accordance with WSP's core values.nWorking closely with colleagues to ensure coordination across the Development team and sharing of market intelligence, best practice and innovation.nLeading and supporting bids, including reviewing and authorising submissions, demonstrating commercial and technical added value.nActing as Project Director for major projects and strategically important commissions.nSupporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensuring the team complies with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality).

The Development Team is a well-established and high performing part within the Planning and Development discipline which includes over 800 colleagues focused on project delivery through the whole project life cycle, from initial land acquisition, planning support and design, through to scheme implementation and handover.

Our vision is to be recognised as the best Development team in the industry. We strive to achieve this through continuous improvement and a management structure comprising of four pillars, namely; Technical Excellence, People, Clients and Operational Excellence.

We help our clients to promote, implement and manage sustainable development, from pre-feasibility through to planning consent; establish plans and provision for how an area, its accessibility, and needs, will develop over time and guide sustainable future development; and develop multi-disciplinary design from concept through to detailed design and construction.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…nDegree level qualification in transport planning or civil engineeringnChartered statusnCommercial and strategic capability with a demonstrable track record in having identified and subsequently delivered new business opportunitiesnExcellent inter-personal skills with established leadership and management capabilities and experiencenProven track record of work winningnA broad range of relevant project experience

Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

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Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

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We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

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We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

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We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

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Director of Development 

Koestler Arts is an arts charity renowned for its impactful work within the criminal justice system. From our new premises just outside HM Prison Wormwood Scrubs in East Acton, our team collaborates to deliver our mission — to inspire participation in the arts among people in prisons and beyond, and to build public recognition of their creative work, thereby fostering communities that support rehabilitation.

As our Director of Development (maternity cover), you'll be a key member of the leadership team, helping to deliver against our strategy. You will lead all our fundraising efforts across business, charitable trusts, individual giving and legacies, as well as our communications output (which supports our individual giving) and marketing.

We have a diverse portfolio of income streams, ensuring the successful candidate will therefore enjoy a varied role that consolidates and develops their skills. We have fundraising and organisational strategies in place; a unique position in the arts; and inspirational artwork and beneficiaries, as well as the evidence and tools needed to fundraise effectively in a challenging climate. We recognise the role that Communications plays in fundraising, and the successful candidate should enjoy working to produce impactful and engaging programmes and materials.

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience in fundraising, in one or more of these areas: Corporate partnerships, Trust & Foundations, Individual and Legacy Giving.
• An understanding of communications for supporters and/or beneficiaries.
• Financial skills, detail-oriented, proactive and adaptable.

We can discuss external support or training with the right candidate to ensure they can deliver the wide range of activities in the job description. We will consider a part time contract for the right applicant. This role is mostly based at our offices in East Acton (where the team processes thousands of original artworks annually, which will help inspire your work), with the potential for up to two days a week home-working.

How to Apply:  All applications must follow the instructions outlined in the job pack, which is available on our website. Click on the 'Apply on website' button below to apply online. The closing date for applications is Wednesday 15th October 2025.

Director of Development

Join us at the Foundling Museum at a pivotal moment in its story. We are seeking an experienced, conscientious, and collaborative Director of Development to lead our fundraising and strategic growth.

With passion, creativity, and realism, you will drive philanthropic support, nurture key relationships, and be a key contributor to shaping the Museum’s future as we build on its unique heritage and national profile.

You will bring proven leadership, deep understanding of cultural fundraising, and the ability to inspire colleagues, supporters, and stakeholders alike to achieve income targets. This is a rare opportunity to make a dynamic impact on a museum with history, relevance, and ambition.

How to Apply

Click on the 'Apply on website' button below to apply online. The closing date for applications is 10am, Monday 20th October 2025.