Associate Director, Cambridgeshire And Peterborough, England, United Kingdom

Associate Director

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Position: Associate Director - Planning

Location: Bedford or Rugby Office

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK planning-led consultancy in the appointment of an experienced Associate Director (Town Planning) for their Bedford or Rugby office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially focused and chartered planner to take the next step in their career within a dynamic and supportive environment.

About the Role:

This role offers the chance to lead a diverse portfolio of projects across sectors including residential, specialist housing, and commercial development, working both independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading planning applications, appeals, and site promotion work
Representing clients at hearings, inquiries, and Local Plan reviews
Supporting junior team members and contributing to business growth
Building strong client relationships and expanding networks across the East Midlands and East of England

What We're Looking For:

Chartered Member of the RTPI
Minimum 8-10 years' experience, primarily in the private sector
Strong report writing and communication skills
Demonstrated success in project and team leadership
Full UK driving licence

Desirable experience:

Public Inquiry/EiP exposure
Budget and fee proposal preparation
Mentoring junior colleagues
Business development and client acquisition

Why Apply?

Work with a respected, employee-focused consultancy
Hybrid working model with collaborative office culture
Projects across a variety of sectors and scales
Excellent benefits including BUPA healthcare, enhanced maternity, life insurance, pension, CPD support, and more

Interested?

To find out more or apply for this position, contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment:
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Location:: Cambridgeshire And Peterborough, England, United Kingdom
Salary:: £100,000 - £125,000
Category:: Management & Operations

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