Average Associate Director salary in the UK

Geotechnical Associate Director - BristolRef: BY208728Salary: £70,000 - £78,000An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Geotechnical Associate Director to join a growing, independent multidisciplinary environmental consultancy with an excellent reputation for delivering innovative, practical and cost-effective solutions across infrastructure, residential, commercial and renewable energy projects throughout the UK.Based in near Bristol, this Geotechnical Associate Director position offers the chance to lead and develop a successful geo-environmental and geotechnical team while playing a key role in business growth and client development.The RoleAs Geotechnical Associate Director, you will:Lead and manage geotechnical and geo-environmental projects from inception to completion.Provide technical oversight across ground investigations, contamination assessments, geotechnical design and remediation schemes.Mentor and develop engineers and consultants within the team.Build and maintain strong client relationships.Support business development, fee proposals, tenders and project delivery.Collaborate with specialists across environmental, planning and engineering disciplines.What's on OfferCompetitive salary (£70,000 - £78,000) and benefits package.Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.Leadership opportunity within a highly respected consultancy.Career progression and influence over team growth.Supportive, collaborative culture focused on professional development and wellbeing.RequirementsTo be considered for this Geotechnical Associate Director role, you will have:Significant experience in geotechnical and geo-environmental consultancy.Chartered status or working towards chartership.Strong project management and team leadership experience.Commercial awareness and business development capability.A full UK driving licence.Full right to work in the UK.The ability to work from and live within a commutable distance of the Bristol office.If you're an experienced Geotechnical Associate Director looking for your next leadership challenge, we'd love to hear from you.If you are interested in this or other Geo-Environmental Engineering/Consulting roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

Geotechnical Associate Director - CrawleyRef: BY207933Salary: £65,000 - £75,000An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Geotechnical Associate Director to join a growing multi-disciplinary engineering and design consultancy delivering complex projects across infrastructure, transport, utilities, energy and critical sectors. With an excellent reputation for technical expertise and collaborative project delivery, the business continues to expand across the UK.This Geotechnical Associate Director role will be based near Crawley and will play a key part in leading geotechnical projects, managing client relationships, mentoring engineers and supporting wider business growth.What's on offer:Competitive salary (£65,000 - £75,000) and benefits packageFlexible working arrangementsClear career progression opportunitiesProfessional development and training supportOpportunity to work on major UK infrastructure projectsCollaborative and supportive working environmentKey responsibilities for the Geotechnical Associate Director:Lead and manage geotechnical engineering projectsOversee site investigations, reporting and technical reviewsDevelop and maintain strong client relationshipsMentor and support junior engineers and project teamsContribute to business development and project delivery strategyWork closely with civil, structural and environmental teamsRequirements to be considered:Significant UK geotechnical engineering experienceStrong technical and commercial awarenessPrevious leadership or project management experienceChartered status or working towards Chartership preferredFull UK driving licence requiredFull right to work in the UKMust live in or near to the Crawley officeExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsThis Geotechnical Associate Director opportunity would suit an ambitious professional looking to progress within a respected consultancy known for delivering innovative engineering solutions across complex infrastructure projects.If you are interested in this or other Geo-Environmental/Geotechnical Engineering roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

Birmingham £75,000 - £100,000 base + bonus + benefits (dependent on experience)Ref: 10335The FirmOur client is a leading mid-market corporate finance advisory firm with a strong presence throughout the UK and an established international reach. Headquartered in Birmingham, the firm offers integrated financial and strategic advisory solutions, with the corporate finance team specialising in sell-side and buy-side M&A, debt and equity fundraising for owner-managed businesses, private equity-backed companies, and corporates. With a partner-led model and a highly entrepreneurial culture, the team delivers hands-on support across the full deal lifecycle.They have built a strong reputation in their market, advising on both domestic and cross-border transactions and maintaining long-standing relationships with investors, management teams, and intermediaries.The OpportunityDue to continued growth and a strong deal pipeline, the firm is seeking an Associate Director to play a key role in originating and executing transactions, while supporting the development of junior team members and contributing to the firm's ongoing expansion.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced corporate finance professional looking to step into a senior, client-facing role within a high-performing and collaborative environment.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and support the execution of M&A transactions from origination to completionDevelop and maintain strong relationships with clients, investors, and intermediariesTake a leading role in business development, including pitching and winning new mandatesOversee financial modelling, valuation analysis, and preparation of marketing materialsManage due diligence processes and coordinate with external advisorsMentor and develop junior team members, ensuring high-quality delivery across projectsContribute to strategic initiatives and the continued growth of the firmAbout YouACA qualified5+ years of experience within corporate finance/investment banking/transaction servicesStrong track record of executing mid-market transactionsDemonstrable business development capability and commercial awarenessExcellent financial modelling and valuation skillsStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted client relationshipsEntrepreneurial mindset and ability to thrive in a partner-led, fast-paced environmentHow to applySo, if you are looking for a fresh and stimulating opportunity that will fully utilise your considerable skills and experience - then look no further. To apply in confidence please submit a fully detailed CV online detailing your current remuneration package quoting job reference 10335.