Associate Director Town Planning

Penguin Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national consultancy in London is seeking an Associate Director to manage planning projects and client relationships. The ideal candidate will be MRTPI qualified with extensive post-chartership experience and a strong commercial acumen. Responsibilities include leading client engagements and delivering high-quality planning solutions while collaborating with a talented multidisciplinary team. The role offers benefits such as a private medical insurance, hybrid working, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Enhanced annual leave

Annual company bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Significant post-chartership experience required.
• Proven track record in business development.
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead on client engagement for planning projects.
• Generate new business and maintain client relationships.
• Manage large-scale planning projects to high standards.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Client management

Presentation skills

Education

MRTPI qualification or equivalent

Job description

Associate Director - Town Planning

Location: London
Company: Leading Independent Multidisciplinary Consultancy

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Associate Director to join a well‑established, forward‑thinking planning, design, and environmental consultancy with a strong national presence. The business is known for delivering high‑quality, commercially focused advice and developing trusted relationships across the UK.

The Role

This position is ideal for a commercially minded planning professional who thrives in a client‑facing environment and has the technical ability to oversee complex projects. You’ll work closely with a talented, multidisciplinary team of over 80 professionals nationwide and help shape the firm’s growth in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on client engagement and relationship management across planning projects.
• Generate new business opportunities while maintaining and developing existing client relationships.
• Identify and pursue new markets, clients, and growth opportunities.
• Prepare and deliver winning tender presentations and reports.
• Manage large‑scale, complex planning projects to the highest standards.
• Negotiate major contracts and manage key legal and commercial aspects.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring within the planning team.

Requirements

• MRTPI qualified (or equivalent) with significant post‑chartership experience.
• Strong commercial acumen with a proven track record in business development.
• Excellent client management and presentation skills.
• Confident leading projects across multiple sectors and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

Health & Wellbeing

• Private medical insurance (Vitality)
• BUPA cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme

Lifestyle & Perks

• Enhanced annual leave entitlement
• Additional loyalty days for long service
• Hybrid working
• Access to a wide range of retail and lifestyle discounts

Rewards & Recognition

• Annual company bonus scheme
• Defined promotion windows
• Regular team events and social activities

Career & Development

• Professional membership subscriptions covered
• Protected CPD time and structured progression framework
• Access to exclusive online learning resources

Financial Security

• Enhanced company pension
• Death‑in‑service cover

Interested?
Contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment:
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