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Associate Director - Strategic Planning Consultancy - Edinburgh \n\nAre you an experienced planning professional ready to step into a senior leadership position? We are partnering with a well-regarded, independent planning and development consultancy with offices across the UK - including Scotland and Northern Ireland - to recruit a motivated and commercially astute Associate Director to help lead and grow their practice. The firm is known for delivering high-quality planning advice across a variety of sectors, advising both public and private sector clients on complex development challenges.\n\nRole Summary\n\nAs an Associate Director, you will:\n\nLead and manage high-profile planning projects from inception through submission and determination.\nProvide senior-level planning strategy and development advice to a diverse client base.\nAct as a key client contact, building strong relationships and ensuring exceptional service delivery.\nMentor and support more junior planners, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team culture.\nContribute to business development, helping shape and drive strategic growth initiatives.This is a senior role ideal for a chartered planner or senior planner ready to take on broader leadership responsibilities, influencing both project outcomes and the long-term success of the consultancy.\n\nWhat We're Looking For\n\nSubstantial experience in UK town planning, ideally gained in consultancy or senior local government roles.\nMRTPI accreditation (or equivalent chartership) with proven delivery of complex planning approvals.\nA strategic thinker with excellent communication and client engagement skills.\nA proactive leader who can manage teams, mentor staff, and contribute to business growth.\nStrong commercial awareness, with confidence in shaping project approaches and identifying new opportunities.Why This Role Matters\n\nThis consultancy prides itself on a personable, professional and proactive approach to planning advice - blending technical excellence with a collaborative mindset to deliver real impact for clients.

You will be joining a growing team that values innovation, high standards and long-term client relationships while offering opportunities for professional and leadership development.\n\nWhat You'll Gain\n\nBroader leadership responsibilities within a respected planning practice.\nMeaningful influence on the direction of strategic projects and firm growth.\nExposure to diverse planning work, from housing and renewables to complex redevelopment schemes.\nA supportive and collegial working environment with flexible working options.For more, please contact Neil Ellerton of Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed)

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