Associate Director - London

London

High Starting Salary and Benefits Package

Full Time

Community Development, Planning, Town Planning

16 May 2026

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Job Title: Associate Director – Planning (London)

My client is a well-established and forward-thinking planning consultancy seeking an Associate Director to join their London-based Planning team. This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use development schemes.

The team works with a broad range of high-profile clients, including major landowners, developers, housebuilders, and commercial operators, supporting the delivery of complex and high-value projects that help shape the built environment.

The Role

As Associate Director, you will:

  • Take responsibility for leading and contributing to major and complex planning projects, or managing a varied portfolio of smaller commissions
  • Play an active role in generating and securing new business, alongside delivering profitable work
  • Support senior leadership in driving the growth and performance of the planning team
  • Contribute to a collaborative, established, and growing consultancy environment
  • Be supported in your ongoing professional development and career progression

About You

To be successful in this role, you will likely have:

  • A proactive, motivated approach with the ability to think strategically and contribute to business growth
  • Energy, creativity, and a positive, collaborative attitude
  • A proven track record of winning new work at Associate Director level or equivalent
  • Strong connections within the London planning market and an established professional network
  • Experience advising on major and complex development schemes
  • A team-focused mindset with a commitment to mentoring and supporting others
  • MRTPI chartered status

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional looking to step into a high-impact role within a respected consultancy environment.

Interested or just curious to find out more? Contact Sam Godsall via [email protected] or reach out to Sam on LinkedIn 

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