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Associate Director - Town Planning
Job Posted: 20 days ago
Salary: £ 65,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire
Expire in: 7 days
Job Description
Associate Director - Town Planning
Location: Abingdon
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working on behalf of a respected UK planning consultancy to recruit an Associate Director - Town Planning for their growing Abingdon team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced town planner to take the next step in their career by joining a successful, collaborative, and forward-thinking team. You'll have the autonomy to lead on high-profile planning projects while mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to business development.
The Role
As an Associate Director - Town Planning, you'll take a lead role in managing a wide range of planning projects from inception to completion. Responsibilities will include:
Leading on major residential, mixed-use, and commercial developments
Acting as a key contact for clients, local authorities, and stakeholders
Managing planning applications, strategies, appeals, and site promotion
Identifying and securing new business opportunities
Overseeing junior planners and supporting team development
Playing a central role in growing the practice in the South of England
The Abingdon office works across both public and private sectors and has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, commercially minded planning advice.
What We're Looking For
MRTPI-accredited town planner
Proven experience leading planning projects in a consultancy or client-side environment
Strong understanding of the planning system, policy frameworks, and development strategy
Excellent client management, communication, and commercial skills
Ability to lead teams and mentor junior staff
Track record of contributing to business development and securing repeat work
This Associate Director - Town Planning role will suit someone looking for more autonomy, long-term progression, and the chance to make a real impact in a highly respected planning practice.
Why Join?
Clear progression to Director level in a growing consultancy
Varied project work across multiple sectors
Competitive salary, bonus scheme, and full benefits package
Supportive, team-oriented culture with hybrid working
Strong internal network with technical, environmental, and design specialists
If you're a commercially minded Associate Director and ready for a new challenge in Abingdon, we want to hear from you.
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