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Associate Director

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 5 days
Location

Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF5 1DR, Wales

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance

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  • A leading consultancy in planning and design is seeking an ambitious Associate Director for their Cardiff team.
  • The role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in leading planning projects, ideally in residential and mixed-use developments.
  • The position offers a competitive salary with a performance-related bonus, alongside various employee benefits.
  • Key responsibilities include managing significant planning projects, providing strategic advice to clients, and mentoring junior team members.
  • Candidates must hold fully accredited RTPI qualifications and demonstrate excellent leadership and communication skills.

About the Company:A leading consultancy in planning and design, my client delivers creative, dynamic, and collaborative services to major developers and housebuilders across complex and high-profile projects across England and Wales!

The Role:We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Associate Director to join our Cardiff team. This senior role offers the opportunity to lead and drive major projects, provide strategic guidance to clients, and contribute to the growth and direction of the business.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
  • Staff discounts with a variety of retailers.
  • 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Staff discounts on property and financial services.
  • Salary sacrifice pension scheme.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Eye care vouchers.
  • Bonus for successful staff referrals.
  • Ongoing support for professional development and career progression.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage significant planning projects across a variety of sectors.
  • Provide strategic planning advice to clients, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.
  • Develop and nurture client relationships, contributing to business development and securing new opportunities.
  • Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
  • Take an active role in shaping the direction and growth of the team and wider business.

Requirements:

  • Fully accredited RTPI qualifications and Chartered Membership of the RTPI.
  • Proven experience in leading planning projects and teams, ideally within residential and mixed-use developments.
  • Strong commercial awareness and track record of developing new business.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to manage complex projects, balance priorities, and deliver results.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.