Associate Partner – Leeds

Associate Partner – Transport Planning

At iTransport, we’re proud to be one of the UK’s largest independent transport planning consultancies, with offices across Basingstoke, Solent, London, Leeds, Manchester and Bristol.

We work in partnership with our clients to deliver practical, innovative solutions to complex transport challenges supported by a collaborative culture where people are trusted, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive.

We are seeking an Associate Partner to take a senior leadership role within the practice, driving complex project delivery, strengthening client relationships, and contributing to the strategic growth and reputation of the business.

As an Associate Partner, you will lead the delivery of large scale, complex transport planning projects, providing strategic direction and expert advice across a portfolio of work. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients, manage and influence key stakeholder relationships, and play an active role in shaping the practice’s future direction.

This role represents a significant leadership step, combining technical excellence, commercial awareness, and the ability to influence both projects and wider business outcomes.

• Leading and overseeing large, complex transport planning projects across multiple workstreams
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients and stakeholders, providing clear, strategic guidance
• Managing client relationships and representing the consultancy in senior meetings and negotiations
• Identifying and managing project risks, ensuring successful delivery across technical and commercial aspects
• Supporting and guiding teams, providing leadership, mentoring, and troubleshooting support
• Contributing to business development, securing work, and building a strong client portfolio
• Supporting wider practice initiatives, strategy, and operational improvement
• Representing the consultancy externally through professional networks, events, and thought leadership

You will be a highly experienced transport planner with a strong track record of delivering complex projects and building trusted client relationships. You’ll bring leadership, confidence, and commercial awareness, with the ability to influence outcomes at both project and business level.

You will have:

• Extensive experience in development related transport planning
• Proven expertise in leading large, complex projects and managing multiple stakeholders
• Strong client relationship management and advisory experience
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
• Commercial awareness and a track record in business development
• Chartered status with a relevant professional body

Experience in expert witness work and contributing to strategic business initiatives would be advantageous.

We offer a flexible and supportive working environment where you can make a significant impact, both in your projects and in shaping the future of the partnership.

Our benefits include:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance and critical illness cover
• Professional development support and paid subscriptions
• Hybrid and flexible working

Our Culture

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. As a growing partnership, we offer the opportunity to take a leading role in shaping not only your career, but the direction and success of the practice.