Associate Director - Planning Communcations

Associate Director – Planning Communications
London 60,000–70,000We’re working with a growing built-environment communications consultancy looking for an experienced Associate Director to join its London team.
This is a senior, client-facing role for someone who understands the planning process and knows how to navigate complex political, community and stakeholder environments. You’ll provide strategic advice across major development projects while helping to grow accounts and support the wider team.
The roleLead planning communications and stakeholder engagement strategies
Advise clients on political, community and reputational considerations
Oversee public consultations and engagement programmes
Build trusted relationships with clients, local stakeholders and communities
Manage and develop junior consultants
Support new business activity and the continued growth of the London team
About you
You’ll already be operating at Associate Director level, or be an experienced Account Director ready to step up.
You’ll need:Strong planning communications experience within the built environment
A sound understanding of local government and the planning process
Experience advising developers and project teams on complex schemes
Excellent client leadership and strategic counsel skills
A commercial mindset and confidence contributing to business development
The ability to lead projects, manage teams and keep multiple workstreams moving
This is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious consultancy working on varied development projects across residential, mixed-use, regeneration and infrastructure.
Job RoleMarketing JobsContract TypePermLocationUKSalary65000Date Added16/09/2026Date Expires14/10/2026IndustryMedia/Marketing