Associate Town Planner - Penguin Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Job Title: Technical Director / Associate Director - PlanningLocation: LeedsSalary: Competitive + Excellent BenefitsType: Full-Time, Permanent

We're working with one of the UK's most progressive multi-disciplinary consultancies to appoint a Planning Technical Director or Associate Director for their growing team in Leeds.

This is a leadership-level role suited to someone with a strong planning background and a passion for shaping major infrastructure, environmental, and development projects across the UK.

The roleYou'll join a national team of over 60 planners within a wider Environment Practice that's driving innovation in sustainable infrastructure, Net Zero, ESG, and digital transformation. As a senior member of the team, you'll lead on key projects, manage client relationships, support business growth, and mentor colleagues.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering high-quality town planning consultancy services across major infrastructure and development schemes

• Leading bids, managing resources, and ensuring governance and commercial oversight

• Building strong client relationships and identifying new work opportunities

• Collaborating with technical teams across planning, environment, transport, and energy

• Managing and developing junior team members through coaching and reviews

• Supporting the strategic growth of the Northern planning team

What we're looking for:

• Chartered RTPI planner with a strong academic and professional background

• Extensive planning experience in consultancy or a similar environment

• Strong commercial awareness and experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects

• Proven leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills

• A collaborative mindset and the confidence to drive innovation and growth

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary and car allowance

• Flexible working and support for career progression

• Diverse, inclusive working culture with strong networks and mentoring

• Opportunity to work on nationally significant projects across energy, transport, water, and housing

• A leadership position within one of the UK's most respected consultancy teams

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