Associate Director – Town Planning (Hybrid Cardiff)

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Location: Cardiff
Job Description:

Job Title

Associate Director

Location

Cardiff (Hybrid)

Overview

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well‑established and highly regarded consultancy operating across planning, development economics, and design throughout the UK. With a creative, dynamic, and collaborative culture, they provide expert advice to major developers and housebuilders on complex, high‑profile projects across both England and Wales.

This is a full‑time position offering an excellent benefits package, including the following.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing by 1 day per year of service up to 30 days)
  • Staff discount schemes across a range of retailers
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
  • Discounts on property and financial services
  • Salary sacrifice pension scheme
  • Death in Service benefit
  • Private medical insurance
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Eye care vouchers
  • Staff referral bonus scheme

Role

As part of the Cardiff Planning team, you will play a leading role in delivering significant projects across strategic planning, development management, and project coordination. You will work with a diverse portfolio of private and public sector clients, contributing to the continued growth and success of the Cardiff office.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward‑thinking environment.

Ideal Candidate

  • A minimum of 6 years experience and MRTPI accreditation
  • Strong understanding of commercial planning environments, including both forward planning and development management
  • Excellent knowledge of planning legislation and a commitment to high professional standards
  • Strong analytical, written, and communication skills
  • Confidence in client‑facing situations and project leadership responsibilities
  • Experience working within the local/regional area is advantageous

Contact

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP. If you meet the above criteria, contact Josh Jones on 362 010 or.

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Posted: May 27th, 2026