Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Associate Director

£60k - £85k per annum
Full-time

Associate Director / Planning Director - Planning Consultancy
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid working)

Are you an experienced Town Planning professional ready to step into a senior leadership role? Are you motivated by growth, autonomy, and the opportunity to shape the future of a thriving consultancy? This could be the next move for you.

We're working with a forward-thinking planning consultancy with ambitious growth plans for its Birmingham office. They're now looking to appoint an Associate Director / Planning Director to play a pivotal role in driving the business forward and delivering high-profile planning projects across the UK.

What's on offer
·Competitive salary with an excellent benefits package
·27 days' holiday plus bank holidays, plus an extra day off for your birthday
·Private medical insurance
·A diverse project portfolio, including urban regeneration and major mixed-use, sustainable urban extensions
·A culture built on trust, empowerment, and autonomy
·The chance to work within a supportive, collaborative leadership team that actively invests in career development
·Hybrid working from a central Birmingham hub

The role
This is a key leadership hire as part of an ambitious growth strategy. You'll take a leading role in expanding the Birmingham presence, winning and delivering work, and helping shape the future direction of the planning team.

You'll be involved in:
·Identifying and delivering new development opportunities
·Leading major mixed-use and strategic urban extension projects nationwide
·Working closely with national housebuilders, land promoters, and landowners
·Providing leadership, mentorship, and direction to planning teams
·Contributing at a senior level to business development and growth strategy

About you
·Degree-qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
·Significant experience within a UK planning consultancy
·Proven experience preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals
·Confident leader with excellent communication and client-facing skills
·Track record of delivering high-quality work to tight deadlines
·RTPI membership (or eligibility)

If you're looking for a senior planning role where you can genuinely influence growth, work on landmark projects, and be trusted to lead, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion on View phone number on carringtonwest.com or email View email address on carringtonwest.com

Reference - 67756
Vacancy posted a month ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Associate Director in Birmingham vacancy
  • £69k - £91k per annumEstimated
     ...come. And we do all of this whilst working with fun and passion. Due to continued growth, we are looking for an exceptional Associate Director to join our Cost Management (Project Controls) team, who possesses with strong and proven Infrastructure experience, notably for... 
    Suggested
    Long-term contract
    Full-time
    Hybrid working
    Flexible hours

    AtkinsRéalis

    Birmingham
    17 days ago
  • £61k - £79k per annumEstimated
     ...transportation, defence and the built environment, our people work on some of the most significant projects shaping society today. As an Associate Director, you will be part of a team at the forefront of the profession driving innovation, influencing decision-makers, growing client... 
    Suggested
    Full-time
    Part-time
    Live-in
    Hybrid working
    On-site
    Work from home
    Flexible hours
    3 days/week

    AtkinsRéalis

    Birmingham
    11 days ago
  • £55k - £75k per annum

     ...Associate Director Are you an ambitious planning professional ready to step into a senior leadership role? As an Associate Director you will be joining a leading multi-disciplinary private consultancy with a strong reputation across the Birmingham region. With sustained... 
    Suggested
    Permanent
    Full-time
    Flexible hours

    Carrington West

    Birmingham
    11 days ago
  • £56k - £71k per annumEstimated
     ...Top 10 firm seeks a capital Allowances expert at Associate Director level. This team work on a national basis so the role can be based in London, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Cardiff, Liverpool, Cambridge, Reading, Milton Keynes, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leicester or Newcastle... 
    Suggested
    On-site
    Flexible hours

    Georgiana Head Recruitment

    Birmingham
    6 days ago
  •  ...s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.  We are excited to build our talent pipeline for this role.  We are seeking an Associate Director to provide leadership within our growing Ecology team. This role combines technical excellence with people management, client relationship... 
    Suggested
    Full-time
    Part-time
    Hybrid working
    On-site
    Probationary period
    Flexible hours

    Lanpro

    Birmingham
    15 days ago
  • £58k - £77k per annumEstimated
     ...opportunity to develop your own skills alongside our internal capabilities within the wider practice. We are looking to hire an Associate Director to support our growing business. In Complex Projects we work across major markets such as: Infrastructure (Water, Defence,... 
    Full-time
    Hybrid working
    On-site
    Flexible hours

    AtkinsRéalis

    Birmingham
    27 days ago
  • £45k - £65k per annum

     ...Associate Director Private Consultancy Birmingham, UK £65,000+ per annum Carrington West are pleased to be working with a leading multi-disciplinary real estate company based in Birmingham, renowned for its innovative approach and exceptional service. With an in-... 
    Permanent
    Full-time
    Immediate start
    Flexible hours

    Carrington West

    Birmingham
    a month ago
  • £43k - £55k per annumEstimated
     ...Turner & Townsend is one of the leading consultancy providers to the Infrastructure sector, we are looking to recruit an Associate Director level, Senior Cost Manager / Commercial Manager to undertake a lead role on a high profile, Birmingham based Infrastructure project... 
    Full-time
    No agency

    Turner & Townsend

    Birmingham
    24 days ago
  • £45k - £65k per annum

    Company: CARRINGTON WEST Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Salary: £45000 - £65000/annum
    Permanent
    Full-time

    CARRINGTON WEST

    Birmingham
    11 days ago
  • £74k - £99k per annumEstimated
     ...Defence Infrastructure, Nuclear, Aviation, Energy, Rail (stations), and Urban Developments We are looking for a highly experienced Associate Director - Project Controls to provide senior leadership across major infrastructure and transformation programmes. This role is focused... 
    Full-time
    Hybrid working
    Flexible hours

    AtkinsRéalis

    Birmingham
    1 day ago
  • £56k - £71k per annumEstimated
     ...and take a leading role in shaping the future of our cities and environments. We are looking for an energetic and experienced Associate Director Civil Pipeline Engineer to join our team within the Design & Advanced Technology (D&AT) Practice of AtkinsRéalis . You'll be... 
    Full-time
    Part-time
    Hybrid working
    On-site
    Flexible hours

    AtkinsRéalis

    Birmingham
    26 days ago
  • £55k - £73k per annumEstimated
     ...Our consultancy client is seeking an Associate Director Water to lead on flood risk and water management schemes for their end client based out of Birmingham with hybrid working. Our client has a Head Office in Birmingham but may consider candidates based near Reading, Bristol... 
    Long-term contract
    Hybrid working
    On-site
    Flexible hours
    Birmingham
    15 days ago
  • £56k - £73k per annumEstimated
    Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.​ Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives...
    Full-time
    No agency
    Hybrid working
    Flexible hours

    Turner & Townsend

    Birmingham
    11 days ago
  • £58k - £76k per annumEstimated
     ...Estate Digital team making the difference for a large number of clients both in the UK and Overseas. We are now looking for talented Associate Director-level BIM/Digital professionals to work on a wide variety of exciting projects/programmes and support the leadership of our... 
    Full-time
    No agency
    Flexible hours

    Turner & Townsend

    Birmingham
    3 days ago
  • £52k - £69k per annumEstimated
     ...around the world. Please visit our website:  Job Description We are currently seeking to recruit an experienced SHQ Associate Director with a strong track record in delivering H&S consultancy/Principal Designer/CDM advisory across a broad range of projects and... 
    Full-time
    No agency
    Flexible hours

    Turner & Townsend

    Birmingham
    3 days ago
  • £65k - £85k per annumEstimated
     ...moving environment? Are you willing to roll up your sleeves and make a difference? If yes, then keep reading! We are looking for an Associate Direct to join our team who is passionate about making a positive change within Client PMOs by influencing and delivering. This role... 
    Full-time
    Hybrid working
    Remote
    Flexible hours

    AtkinsRéalis

    Birmingham
    16 days ago
  • £56k - £72k per annumEstimated
     ...and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life. A look into the role As an Associate Director within our Capital Allowances team, you will: Be a key member of a high performing team with a great deal of tenure within the... 
    Permanent
    Relief staff
    On-site
    Flexible hours

    Grant Thornton

    Birmingham
    20 days ago
  • £58k - £77k per annumEstimated
    Job Description Overview Join our Midlands Project Management team (either Birmingham or Nottingham) as a Project Manager, delivering a wide range of schemes across commercial office, industrial/logistics, aviation, education and government sectors. This is a senior leadership...
    Long-term contract
    Full-time
    Hybrid working
    On-site
    Flexible hours

    AtkinsRéalis

    Birmingham
    1 day ago
  •  ...Role Overview We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Director to join our Birmingham Planning Team in a strategic, managerial role to help win and deliver, a wide range of diverse and high profile projects. The Savills Birmingham Planning Team, which is one of... 

    Savills

    Birmingham
    more than 2 months ago
  • Job Summary The Associate Medical Director works in partnership with the Associate Director of Operations to provide senior medical leadership and joint accountability for clinical governance, quality, safety, clinical effectiveness and financial management across the designated... 
    Part-time
    Visa sponsorship
    Skilled worker visa

    Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

    Birmingham
    4 days ago
  • £49k - £64k per annumEstimated
     ...Job Title: Associate Director – Environmental Consultant Location: Birmingham Overview Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a global, multi–disciplinary consultancy delivering world–class advisory and technical services across infrastructure, energy, water... 
    Hybrid working
    On-site
    Flexible hours
    Birmingham
    18 days ago
  • £93k - £119k per annumEstimated
     ...our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description Start here. Grow here.  AECOM is seeking an Associate Director – Civil Engineering to provide technical leadership across selection of projects for data centre clients, which range from site... 
    Long-term contract
    Full-time
    Hybrid working
    On-site
    Remote
    Flexible hours

    AECOM

    Birmingham
    20 days ago
  • £53k - £70k per annumEstimated
     ...Associate/Associate Director, Sustainability Consultancy – IESVE , Breeam Position Summary: To jointly manage the sustainability team on a day–to–day basis, providing a quality service within the boundaries of our professional and commercial capabilities. The Associate... 
    Traineeship
    On-site
    Birmingham
    2 days ago
  • £55k - £74k per annumEstimated
    Job Description Overview Shape the future of our cities and environments. AtkinsRéalis is one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms offering unparalleled opportunities for talented individuals in search of a rewarding career. At AtkinsRéalis, ...
    Full-time
    Hybrid working
    On-site
    Flexible hours

    AtkinsRéalis

    Birmingham
    1 day ago
  • £52k - £69k per annumEstimated
    Job Description Overview Do you want to make a lasting impact on the health of our rivers, estuaries, and communities? Join us in tackling one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time: water quality. Whether it's modelling the River Thames or addressing...
    Full-time
    Part-time
    Hybrid working
    On-site
    Flexible hours

    AtkinsRéalis

    Birmingham
    1 day ago
  • £52k - £68k per annumEstimated
     ...Job Title: Associate Director Director – Town Planning Location: Birmingham Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a nationally recognised and forward–thinking planning consultancy in the appointment of an Associate Planning Director / Planning Director to... 
    Long-term contract
    Hybrid working
    On-site
    Immediate start
    Birmingham
    13 days ago
  • £56k - £72k per annumEstimated
     ...Job Description Due to significant infrastructure planning wins and new opportunities, we are looking to bring in an Associate Director to work with the leadership team in managing and growing our planning consents team. Based from our offices in Basingstoke,... 
    Long-term contract
    Full-time
    Hybrid working
    On-site
    Remote

    AECOM

    Birmingham
    10 days ago
  • £59k - £77k per annumEstimated
     ...advisory firm is looking to continue the impressive growth trajectory of their national customs team and seeks a senior manager or associate director to join them. There is a highly successful team in place and anyone joining will be working with a diverse client base on a... 

    Beament Leslie Thomas

    Birmingham
    1 day ago
  • £41k - £60k per annumEstimated
     ...Estimating team making the difference for a large number of clients both in the UK and Overseas. We are now looking for talented Associate Directors and Project Directors with proven estimating leadership skills to work with a number of our key Defence sector clients across... 
    Full-time
    No agency
    Flexible hours

    Turner & Townsend

    Birmingham
    12 days ago
  • £73k - £97k per annumEstimated
     ...Job Title: Technical Director Associate Director – Town Planning Location: Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, Glasgow, Cambridge, Birmingham, Cardiff, Bristol Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multi–disciplinary consultancy in the appointment of a... 
    Immediate start
    Birmingham
    1 day ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Associate Director. Be the first to apply!