Account Director - Planning and Infrastructure

Grayling UK (London, Chancery Lane)

Date added: 15.04.2026

Grayling UK is recruiting an Account Director to join its Planning & Infrastructure team in London. This senior role is suited to someone with strong experience in stakeholder engagement, planning communications or the built environment, and who is ready to lead complex programmes across energy, regeneration and major infrastructure. The successful candidate will play a central role in shaping client strategy, guiding project delivery and contributing to the continued growth of one of the UK’s most respected communications practices.

As an Account Director, you will lead community and stakeholder engagement programmes from strategy through to delivery, providing clear and strategic counsel to senior clients. You will oversee account teams to ensure high‑quality, consistent work, shape stakeholder insight and issues‑management approaches, and support TCPA applications — with DCO experience considered an advantage. The role also involves identifying opportunities for account growth, supporting new business activity, mentoring colleagues, and collaborating with Grayling’s PR, Public Affairs, digital and creative specialists to deliver integrated campaigns.

Grayling is looking for candidates with experience delivering engagement programmes, advising senior stakeholders and working within sectors such as energy, infrastructure or regeneration. Strong client‑relationship skills, the ability to lead complex programmes, and a track record of supporting and developing team members are all highly valued. The team welcomes applicants whose experience may not align perfectly but who can demonstrate the potential to make a meaningful contribution.

Grayling is one of the UK’s most connected communications agencies, with nine offices nationwide and a global footprint of more than 20 locations. The Planning & Infrastructure team is multi‑award‑winning and known for its high‑quality strategic advice and rigorous standards. The wider agency offers a supportive, people‑centred culture with extensive professional development opportunities, flexible working, generous leave policies, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Working Pattern: Full time, hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 days flexible). 

Deadline to apply: 14.05.2026 (Early submission is encouraged, as applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis).

Read more and apply here.

Account Executive - Planning and Infrastructure

Grayling UK (London, Chancery Lane)

Date added: 15.04.2026

Grayling UK is seeking an Account Executive to join its Planning & Infrastructure team in London. This entry‑level role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in communications with a focus on the built environment. The successful candidate will support projects across energy transition, major economic development, and infrastructure delivery, contributing to communications and engagement programmes for significant TCPA and NSIP schemes. As the foundation of the account team, the Account Executive will be expected to deliver high‑quality work to deadline, demonstrate curiosity, and show a strong appetite for learning and development.

Day‑to‑day responsibilities include drafting consultation materials such as issue briefings and policy statements, attending stakeholder and community engagement events, and conducting research to map key influencers. The role also involves supporting core account management processes, developing a strong understanding of the UK planning system, assisting with collateral production alongside Grayling’s design studio, and contributing to new business pitches. An awareness of how social media can support engagement activity is also important.

Candidates will stand out if they bring an interest in the UK planning system, an understanding of the political landscape, and strong written and verbal communication skills. The team values integrity, excellence and knowledge, and will look for evidence of these qualities throughout the interview process. The ability to manage multiple priorities, absorb information quickly, and build relationships confidently will be key to success.

Grayling is one of the UK’s most connected communications agencies, with nine offices nationwide and a global footprint of more than 20 locations. The Planning & Infrastructure team is multi‑award‑winning and known for its high‑quality strategic advice and rigorous standards. The wider agency offers a supportive, people‑centred culture with extensive professional development opportunities, flexible working, generous leave policies, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Working Pattern: Full time, hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 days flexible). 

Deadline to apply: 14.05.2026 (Early submission is encouraged, as applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis).

Read more and apply here.

Associate Director - London

Turley

Date added: 26.03.2026

Turley is seeking an Associate Director to join its highly motivated and passionate London Planning team, working across a diverse portfolio of major residential, commercial and mixed‑use schemes. The consultancy has an outstanding reputation for delivering the highest standards of service to high‑profile clients across the capital, including major landowners, respected property developers, multi‑sector housebuilders and commercial and industrial developers.

In this role, you will make a significant contribution to major and complex projects or manage a portfolio of varied smaller schemes. You will actively seek, win and deliver profitable new work, support the leadership team and play an effective role in the wider business unit. Turley will support the successful candidate to develop and grow professionally as part of its dynamic and well‑established planning team.

Turley is seeking someone who is highly motivated, strategic and committed to helping further develop Turley’s business. You will bring energy, ideas and positivity, along with demonstrable experience of winning new work at Associate Director level. A strong profile in the London market is essential, supported by well‑established client relationships and a proven track record advising on major and complex projects. You will be a collaborative team player who takes pride in developing others and will hold MRTPI qualification.

Turley welcomes direct applications and is committed to building an even more diverse and inclusive company. The consultancy encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds who meet the criteria and offers adjustments for anyone who needs support during the recruitment process.

To apply, please email careers@turley.co.uk, providing your CV and covering letter.

Deadline to apply: 25.04.2026.

Read more and apply here.

Associate - Environmental Planning

Quod

Date added: 23.02.2026

Quod is a highly regarded, employee‑owned consultancy specialising in planning, development and environmental services. With a culture rooted in collaboration, flexibility and technical excellence, the firm places its people at the centre of its success.

Within this context, the organisation is seeking an Associate to join its Environmental Planning team. The successful candidate will contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects, including major regeneration schemes, infrastructure, residential, industrial and logistics, and commercial developments. They will lead the delivery of environmental planning and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) projects, ensuring technical excellence, robust financial management and effective engagement with clients and stakeholders.

The role blends project leadership, strategic advisory work and hands‑on delivery. The Associate will manage multiple projects of varying scale and complexity, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, oversee budgets and invoicing, and prepare tenders and fee proposals. They will produce high‑quality reports and strategic EIA approaches, considering wider project risks and implications. Acting as a trusted advisor, they will represent both clients and the company in meetings and consultations, provide clear and constructive advice, and support the development of innovative strategies that drive project success and organisational growth.

The Associate will work closely with colleagues across disciplines, take ownership of project coordination and client engagement, and contribute to business development through marketing activity, relationship‑building and securing new work.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree or higher qualification, ideally with IEMA Registered EIA Practitioner status and Chartered Environmentalist accreditation. They will bring an excellent understanding of EIA legislation, planning processes and relevant case law, alongside strong commercial awareness and experience managing project finances.

Quod actively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals who share their commitment to inclusion. The organisation is fully committed to supporting candidates with a disability or long‑term condition and will provide any adjustments required throughout the recruitment process.

Deadline to apply: 24.04.2026

Read more and apply here.

Associate - Socio Economics, Strategic Land & Regeneration Team

Quod

Date added: 25.03.2026

Quod is a highly regarded, employee‑owned consultancy specialising in planning, development and environmental services. With a culture rooted in collaboration, flexibility and technical excellence, the firm places its people at the centre of its success.

Within this context, the organisation is seeking an Associate to join its Socio‑Economics, Strategic Land & Regeneration team. The successful candidate will contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects, including major regeneration schemes, infrastructure, residential, industrial and logistics, and commercial developments. They will play a central role in leading environmental planning and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) work, ensuring technical excellence, strong financial management and effective engagement with clients and stakeholders.

The role combines project leadership, strategic advisory responsibilities and hands‑on delivery. The Associate will manage multiple projects of varying scale and complexity, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, oversee budgets and invoicing, and prepare tenders and fee proposals. They will produce high‑quality reports, shape strategic EIA approaches and consider wider project risks and implications. Acting as a trusted advisor, they will represent both clients and the company in meetings and consultations, provide clear and constructive advice, and support the development of innovative strategies that drive project success.

Collaboration and leadership are central to the position. The Associate will work closely with colleagues across disciplines, take ownership of project coordination and client engagement, and contribute to business development through marketing activity, relationship‑building and securing new work. They will also play an active role in team development and company culture, mentoring junior colleagues, contributing to quality reviews and participating in wider organisational initiatives.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree or higher qualification, ideally with IEMA Registered EIA Practitioner status and Chartered Environmentalist accreditation. They will bring an excellent understanding of EIA legislation, planning processes and relevant case law, alongside strong commercial awareness and experience managing project finances.

Quod actively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals who share their commitment to inclusion. The organisation is fully committed to supporting candidates with a disability or long‑term condition and will provide any adjustments required throughout the recruitment process.

Deadline to apply: 24.04.2026

Read more and apply here.

Development Economics Consultant

Quod

Date added: 25.03.2026

Quod is a highly regarded, employee‑owned consultancy specialising in planning, development and environmental services. With a culture rooted in collaboration, flexibility and technical excellence, the firm places its people at the centre of its success. Within this environment, the Development Economics team plays a pivotal role in shaping outcomes for clients across residential, industrial, commercial and infrastructure sectors.

The Development Economics Consultant will join this respected team to contribute to the delivery of high‑profile, diverse projects. In this role, they will support the development of evidence‑based advice, undertake detailed analysis, interpret legislation and policy, and help senior colleagues craft strategies that influence real‑world decisions.

This position offers the opportunity to learn, develop and make a meaningful contribution from day one. The Consultant will manage workloads across multiple projects, conduct research and site visits, prepare clear documentation, and support the preparation of proposals, bids and tenders.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and be working towards, or have already achieved, RICS Chartered status.

Quod actively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals who share their commitment to inclusion. The organisation is fully committed to supporting candidates with a disability or long‑term condition and will provide any adjustments required throughout the recruitment process.

Deadline to apply: 24.04.2026

Read more and apply here.