Associate Director of Town Planning in Wokingham)

Penguin Recruitment; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Planning Consultancy in Wokingham is looking for an Associate Director to drive strategic planning projects. Candidates should have MRTPI status, at least six years' experience, and strong client management skills. The role offers an exciting chance to contribute to high-profile developments and grow professionally.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years' professional experience in planning.
• Strong understanding of commercial planning environments.
• In-depth knowledge of current planning legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of significant projects involving strategic planning.
• Manage client relationships and lead project teams.
• Coordinate planning projects for various public and private clients.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Education

MRTPI

Job description

Associate Director - Planning

Wokingham | Established Planning Consultancy | Excellent Career Opportunity

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a highly respected and growing planning consultancy in their search for an Associate Director to join their team in Wokingham.

This consultancy has an impressive track record across England and Wales and is renowned for delivering expert planning advice to major developers and housebuilders on prestigious and complex projects. Their collaborative and forward-thinking culture offers the ideal platform for ambitious professionals to take the next step in their planning career.

The Role

As part of the Wokingham Planning team, you will lead and contribute to the delivery of significant projects involving strategic planning, development management, and planning project coordination for a wide range of private and public sector clients.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to play a key role in the continued growth and success of an already established office.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

* MRTPI and a minimum of six years' professional experience

* A strong understanding of commercial planning environments, with a proven track record in both forward planning and development management

* In-depth knowledge of current planning legislation and a commitment to delivering excellence

* Strong analytical and written communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently at all levels

* Experience managing client relationships and leading project teams

* A solid understanding of the local planning landscape and experience working within the region

What's on Offer:

* Competitive salary based on experience

* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service up to 30 days)

* Private medical insurance

* Life assurance (Death in Service benefit)

* Salary sacrifice pension scheme

* Cycle to work scheme and eye care vouchers

* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

* Retail discounts through employee benefits platform

* Discounts on property and financial services

* Staff referral bonus scheme

If you're an experienced Planner ready to step into an Associate Director role-or already operating at that level and looking for a new challenge-this is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected team and contribute to exciting projects.