Associate Director of Town Planning

1 month ago

Manchester, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Associate Director of Town Planning

Location: Manchester

The Company:

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an independent multidisciplinary consultancy offering exceptional planning, design, and environmental services across the UK. With deep regional expertise, service-specific knowledge, and strong client relationships, they pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, innovative solutions.

We are looking for a driven individual to join our team and support the growth and visibility of our multidisciplinary services. This role offers an exciting opportunity for those passionate about making an impact and delivering excellence across various sectors.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Director to support the Regional Director of Planning in driving growth across the Manchester and Northern regions. We are seeking a commercially focused candidate with strong client-facing skills and the technical expertise to manage key projects at a senior level, working closely with our wider multidisciplinary team.

With a team of over 80 nationwide, we are equipped to handle projects of any scale. The Associate Director will play a crucial role in generating opportunities across various sectors, including Residential, Commercial, and Assets and Estates, and nurturing relationships with new and existing clients.

The Position Will Involve:

Leading the client-focused agenda for planning within the role holder's area, both internally and externally.
Building and maintaining strong client relationships to generate new business and maximize opportunities from previous project successes.
Networking, business development, and creating valuable contacts within the industry and local planning authorities.
Identifying and consolidating new and existing clients, as well as fostering relationships with colleagues.
Leading presentations and producing final reports and proposals for tenders and clients.
Using technical expertise to identify and develop client opportunities through both traditional and innovative methods.
Negotiating significant contracts with clients, suppliers, and contractors, managing legal and contractual aspects.
Managing significant, complex projects to a high standard.
Taking a leading role in specialized projects, providing technical leadership.My client offers a supportive and rewarding environment that incentivizes and empowers our team to thrive.

Benefits Include:

Health & Wellbeing:
Private medical insurance through Vitality Healthcare
BUPA medical cash plan
Discounted gym memberships
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering professional support
Improving Your Day-to-Day:
Enhanced annual leave
Loyalty leave (accruable service days)
Hybrid working environment
Discounts on products and services like Amazon Prime, Odeon, VUE, cafe Nero, Apple, Itsu, and supermarkets
Continuous Reward:
Company bonus scheme for growth
Defined promotion windows
Team celebration events and socials
Protecting Your Future:
Enhanced pension plan
Death in service cover
Enabling Your Progression:
Professional body membership coverage
Exclusive access to e-learning content
Protected CPD time
Defined career progression frameworkInterested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or

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