Associate Director - Urban Planning. LilyLifestyle

Job Title:
Associate Director

Location:
Cardiff (Hybrid)

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 house builders on complex, high‑profile projects across both England and Wales.

This is a full‑time position offering an excellent benefits package, including:

• 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

The 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.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• 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

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)