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Associate Director - Town Planning Location: London Salary: Up to 125,000 Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be assisting a highly respected multi-disciplinary consultancy with the appointment of an Associate Director of Planning. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established UK planning and environmental consultancy that is delivering innovative solutions across sustainable development, infrastructure, and environmental assessment. The organisation is involved in some of the UK's most high-profile and complex projects, supporting clients in navigating key challenges including climate change, Net Zero, biodiversity, ESG, and continued urban growth. You will become part of a progressive and collaborative Planning and Environment team with an established national presence. Working closely with multidisciplinary colleagues across transport, energy, infrastructure, and engineering, you will contribute to projects that are shaping the future of major UK development and infrastructure. The consultancy is well known for its innovative approach, strong digital capabilities, and contribution to planning policy and major project delivery. The successful candidate will take on a pivotal leadership position within the Northern Planning team, helping to shape its continued growth and development while building and maintaining strong relationships with clients across both the public and private sectors. Key Responsibilities: Lead, manage, and further develop an established team of Town Planners across the UK Provide high-quality Town Planning consultancy advice and services to a diverse client base Take responsibility for commercial management, including fees, resourcing, governance, and financial performance Lead and contribute to major bids and tenders for significant infrastructure and development schemes Identify and develop new business opportunities while maintaining and expanding existing client relationships Provide oversight of project delivery, ensuring high standards of technical quality, compliance, and client service Work collaboratively with national planning, environmental, and infrastructure teams to deliver integrated and effective solutions Support the development of team members through mentoring, management, and regular performance reviews Requirements: RTPI-accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning, alongside Chartered RTPI membership Significant consultancy experience, with a proven ability to lead, manage, and develop teams Strong track record of successfully delivering and securing major infrastructure and development projects Comprehensive knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and procedures, combined with strong commercial understanding Proven experience engaging with stakeholders and developing long-term client relationships Excellent leadership, communication, and business development capabilities A commercially focused and ambitious approach, with the ability to identify and pursue opportunities for continued growth Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Sophie Ferguson on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Planner / Senior Planner Exeter Black Box Planning Location: Exeter Salary: 35,000/ 40,000 Penguin Recruitment are working with Black Box Planning , a growing specialist planning consultancy, who are looking to expand their team in Exeter . This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic, people-focused consultancy where you'll work across a diverse range of projects and have the opportunity to develop your career alongside an experienced team. The Role Delivering planning advice across a varied project portfolio Preparing planning applications, appraisals and planning strategy reports Supporting strategic-scale development projects Managing projects and working with multidisciplinary consultant teams Developing and maintaining strong client relationships Providing clear, evidence-led planning advice Contributing to the continued growth of the Exeter office Requirements Experience working within town planning, ideally in consultancy Strong understanding of the planning process Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to think strategically and commercially Strong project management and organisational skills For Senior/Associate level, 5+ years' planning experience and solid EIA expertise are key requirements RTPI membership/chartership is desirable depending on level Why Black Box Planning? Competitive salary Flexible full-time or part-time opportunities Hybrid/flexible working Supportive and collaborative team environment Exposure to a diverse range of residential, commercial, strategic land and urban regeneration projects Opportunity to work closely with experienced planners and Directors Genuine scope for professional and career development Strong focus on work-life balance and team culture If you're a Planner or Senior Planner considering your next move and would like to hear more about the opportunity, please contact Efan Thomas at Penguin Recruitment on (url removed) for a confidential discussion.

Planner Up to Associate Director level in Planning Locations: Lewes Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits About the Opportunity We are working with an established national UK property consultancy with a historic reputation for combining deep local market expertise with strategic, commercially-driven planning and land advisory services. The business operates through a network of 50+ offices across England and Scotland , providing specialist support in residential, commercial, rural and strategic land sectors, and forms part of a wider global real estate group with international reach and resources. This is a key senior planning appointment , with hiring focused in key locations including Guildford, Lewes, Cirencester and Salisbury , offering the opportunity to lead challenging and varied planning projects, shape planning strategy, and contribute to the growth of a respected national planning team. The Role As an Associate Director, Planning , you will be responsible for: Leading a range of planning applications, appeals and Local Plan matters . Advising landowners, developers and land promoters on planning strategy and delivery. Leading your own projects from inception to successful completion. Supporting senior colleagues with complex cases and contributing to practice development initiatives. Building long-term client relationships and, over time, developing your own client base. You will operate within a supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary environment with access to expertise in development management, estate management, strategic land and wider commercial property teams. What We're Looking For Essential Requirements MRTPI qualified (Chartered Town Planner) with demonstrable career progression and planning delivery experience. Strong client-facing skills with the ability to manage stakeholders at all levels. Excellent written and verbal communication and reporting skills. The ability to work well within a team while managing competing priorities and deadlines. A proactive, commercially astute individual with a flexible, solution-orientated approach. Competencies Agility in managing multiple tasks and shifting priorities. Initiative and self-motivation with minimal supervision. Commercial awareness with a focus on delivering high standards of client service. Strong organisational skills, including time and budget management. A commitment to continuous professional improvement and quality delivery. Person Specification A natural team player with the aspiration to build a strong professional reputation and local profile. The ability to form and maintain effective relationships with clients, colleagues, advisors and external partners. Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering successful planning outcomes in a timely manner. Professional Skills & Qualifications Chartered membership of the RTPI . Excellent research and analytical capabilities. High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and internet research. Benefits Package Our client offers an award-winning benefits programme designed to support and reward employees, including: Health & Leisure Private medical insurance 27 days annual leave + public holidays (option to purchase up to 5 additional days) Health screening and wellbeing support Gym and leisure discounts Cycle-to-work scheme Eye care vouchers Travel and retail discounts Volunteering opportunities Social events, sports teams and charity involvement Financial & Professional Workplace pension Company car allowance Life assurance at 8 basic salary Group income protection (long-term disability) Interest-free season ticket loan Bonus scheme eligibility Share incentive plan Financial planning and mortgage advice support Why This Role Matters This is a rare opportunity to join a truly national planning team that combines deep local insight with strategic land advisory capability, trusted by private estates, developers and institutional clients alike. The successful candidate will enjoy a high level of autonomy, the chance to work on diverse schemes across residential, mixed-use and strategic land portfolios, and the platform to accelerate their professional profile.

Job Title: Technical Director Associate Director - Town Planning Location: London, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, Glasgow, Cambridge, Birmingham, Cardiff, Bristol Salary: £60,000/£75,000 Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in the appointment of a Technical Director Associate Director - Planning. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a highly regarded UK planning and environmental consultancy operating at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure, development, and environmental assessment. The team works on some of the country's most significant and complex projects, helping clients respond to the challenges of climate change, Net Zero delivery, biodiversity enhancement, ESG, and rapid urbanisation. You will be joining a collaborative and forward-thinking Planning and Environment practice with a strong national presence, working alongside multidisciplinary teams across transport, energy, infrastructure, and engineering. The business is recognised for its innovation, digital capability, and influence on major UK infrastructure and development policy and delivery. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in the growth and direction of the Northern Planning team, supporting continued expansion and strengthening client relationships across both public and private sectors. Key Responsibilities: Lead, grow, and develop an established team of Town Planners across the UK Deliver high-quality Town Planning consultancy services directly to clients Manage commercial performance including fee management, governance, and resourcing Lead major multidisciplinary bid submissions for significant infrastructure and development projects Develop new business opportunities and strengthen existing client relationships Oversee project delivery ensuring technical excellence, quality, and compliance at all stages Collaborate across national planning, environmental, and infrastructure teams to drive integrated solutions Mentor, manage, and support the development of team members, including performance reviews Requirements: RTPI-accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning and Chartered RTPI membership Strong consultancy background with experience in leading and developing teams Proven track record in delivering and winning major infrastructure and development projects Excellent understanding of planning law, policy, and procedures with strong commercial awareness Demonstrable experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship building Strong leadership, communication, and business development skills A proactive, growth-focused mindset with the ability to identify and convert opportunities This is a rare opportunity to take a senior leadership role within a highly respected consultancy shaping some of the UK's most important infrastructure and development projects. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Efan Thomas on