Job Title: Associate Director Location: Colchester Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK planning consultancy in their search for an Associate Director to join their team in Colchester. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Associate Director to play a key role within an established and highly regarded consultancy, working on a wide range of prestigious projects for major developers and housebuilders. The successful candidate will contribute to the continued growth and success of the Colchester office within a dynamic and collaborative environment. THE ROLE As an Associate Director, you will take a leading role in delivering significant planning projects across both the private and public sectors. You will be responsible for leading on strategic planning, development management, and project coordination, while supporting the growth of the team and maintaining strong client relationships. This is a fantastic opportunity to establish yourself as a key figure within the business as an Associate Director. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Leading and managing complex planning projects * Providing strategic planning and development management advice * Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact * Coordinating project delivery across multidisciplinary teams * Supporting business growth and contributing to team development * Preparing and reviewing high-quality planning reports and docum...