Associate Director

Associate Director

Location: Wareham, Dorset

Penguin Recruitment are delighted to be supporting an exciting town planning consultancy based in the South, providing advice hold expertise in all aspects of the planning system. They assist clients obtaining planning permission and maximising the potential of development projects large and small across the south of England from their offices located near Poole, Dorset.

Candidates are required to have:

• At least seven years post qualification experience (albeit we will exercise our discretion for the right candidate)
• Enthusiasm and a desire to find solutions
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Good IT literacy (MS Office applications and confident in using web-based applications)
• A willingness to learn as our profession evolves (be it through legislative change, policy, or good practice). We will support you with CPD opportunities.
• A driving licence and have access to a car.

What does the role involve?

• Understanding the needs and motivations of clients, which encompass housebuilders, land promoters, local developers, and businesses
• Developing long lasting relationships with clients and allied professionals
• Showing a commitment to growing new business
• Demonstrating technical excellence and the ability to apply accrued knowledge and expertise to new projects, both setting and executing a strategy
• Act with confidence and integrity, giving honest clear advice and managing the inherent risks associated with the planning process
• Undertaking due diligence and research, prepare and submit applications and appeals, liaise, and negotiate with officers during the course of determination
• Participate in community engagement events
• Taking responsibility and work on their own initiative, albeit within a supportive team structure and environment
• Project manage and use their time effectively

What does the role offer?

• Competitive salary + bonus
• Workplace pension
• Flexible working arrangements
• Gym membership.

If this Associate Director role is of interest, please contact Joel Bland on or call to discuss further!