Associate Director : Energy Planning Locations: London, Cardiff, Birmingham, Manchester Salary: GBP65,000+ Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be supporting a leading UK Independent Infrastructure and Property Consultancy specialise in Environmental, Planning and Sustainability. As Associate Director in the Infrastructure Projects and Programmes team, youll play a central role in shaping energy projects with responsibility for project delivery, business development, and strategic growth in the energy sector. You will guide the planning and consent processes (DCOs, EIAs, and more), support key infrastructure initiatives, and build lasting client relationships. Youll be expected to bring sound judgement, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage multiple high:profile projects from inception through to completion. Experience across other infrastructure sectors is welcome, but not required. Were looking for someone who thrives in dynamic, complex environments. Someone who can lead teams, influence outcomes, and contribute to long:term strategy:particularly in driving the energy agenda forward. What youll bring: * A minimum of 10 years relevant experience, including energy planning. * Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams and manage clients. * In:depth understanding of planning and consent processes in the energy sector. * Degree qualified; chartered or working towards chartership. * Experience contributing to business planning and sector strategy. * A strong grasp of environmental and sustainability issues. Whats on offer: For the ideal candidate, my client is happy to offer a very competitive starting salary and an impressive accompanying benefits package that includes free gym and yoga classes, health and wellbeing initiatives, Employee Assistance Programme, Long service rewards, Personal Career Progression plans, additional leave purchase, annual salary reviews and regular socials and monthly treat days This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ethically and environmentally conscious, UK leading Consultancies during an exciting period of growth Interested? For applications, please see above, and for more information regarding this exciting opportunity or call 365