Birmingham
Engineering
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
30/07/2025
20/08/2025
Associate Director
Location: Birmingham
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a nationally respected consultancy with ambitious growth plans as they look to appoint an Associate Director for their Birmingham office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly capable planning professional to step into a senior leadership role and help shape the future of a thriving planning team.
The Role
This position offers the chance to lead high-profile planning projects, particularly in urban regeneration and large-scale sustainable urban extensions. Working closely with housebuilders, land promoters, and landowners, the successful Associate Director will play a pivotal role in business development and delivery across the Midlands and further afield.
What You'll Be Doing:
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Leading and delivering planning strategies across a wide range of developments
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Identifying new opportunities and supporting client relationships at a strategic level
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Collaborating with a growing multi-disciplinary team across the UK
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Driving commercial success and contributing to the wider leadership of the planning team
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Mentoring junior team members and fostering internal growth
Requirements:
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RTPI qualified with a degree in Town Planning or a closely related field
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Significant experience in a consultancy or private sector planning environment
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A strong understanding of the UK planning system, policy, and application processes
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Excellent leadership, communication, and commercial skills
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A track record in business development and project delivery
Why Join This Consultancy?
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Competitive salary with a range of benefits including private medical insurance, 27 days holiday (+ birthday leave), and bonus schemes
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Hybrid working with a central Birmingham hub
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A supportive, forward-thinking environment that values autonomy and innovation
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Real progression opportunities - be a key part of the firm's expansion plans
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National office network with flexible working culture
If you're an experienced Associate Director ready to take the next big step in your planning career, this is a standout opportunity to join a collaborative, well-established consultancy with real momentum.