Associate Director - Town Planning Location: Abingdon Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working on behalf of a respected UK planning consultancy to recruit an Associate Director - Town Planning for their growing Abingdon team.This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced town planner to take the next step in their career by joining a successful, collaborative, and forward-thinking team. You''ll have the autonomy to lead on high-profile planning projects while mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to business development.The RoleAs an Associate Director - Town Planning, you''ll take a lead role in managing a wide range of planning projects from inception to completion. Responsibilities will include:Leading on major residential, mixed-use, and commercial developmentsActing as a key contact for clients, local authorities, and stakeholdersManaging planning applications, strategies, appeals, and site promotionIdentifying and securing new business opportunitiesOverseeing junior planners and supporting team developmentPlaying a central role in growing the practice in the South of EnglandThe Abingdon office works across both public and private sectors and has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, commercially minded planning advice.What We''re Looking ForMRTPI-accredited town plannerProven experience leading planning projects in a consultancy or client-side environmentStrong understanding of the planning system, policy frameworks, and development str