Average Associate Director salary in Manchester

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - TOWN PLANNING / EIAKEY POINTSSenior leadership role within a growing consultancyLead on complex planning and EIA projectsStrong focus on client relationships and business growthCompetitive salary and clear progression to Director levelABOUT THE CLIENT We're working with an established and growing planning consultancy known for delivering high-quality work across major development and environmental projects. Due to continued success and expansion, they're looking to appoint an Associate Director to strengthen their leadership team.THE BENEFITSOpportunity to step into a key strategic leadership roleInvolvement in high-profile, complex projectsClear pathway for career progressionSupportive and collaborative team environmentCompetitive salary and benefits packageTHE ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR ROLE: This is a senior position combining technical delivery, leadership, and commercial responsibility. You'll take the lead on complex planning and EIA projects, ensuring delivery to a high standard, while acting as a trusted advisor to clients. Alongside this, you'll support the growth of the business through client development, team leadership, and strategic input into the consultancy's direction.ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR ESSENTIAL SKILLSSignificant experience (circa 10+ years) within town planningStrong background in managing complex applications and/or EIA projectsProven client management and business development experienceExcellent knowledge of the UK planning system and regulatory frameworksStrong leadership and team management capabilityChartered RTPI membership (or equivalent)Commercial awareness and ability to manage project performanceTO BE CONSIDERED: Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via For further information please call me on / .By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.KEY SKILLS Town Planning, EIA, Environmental Impact Assessment, Planning Applications, Stakeholder Engagement, Client Management, Business Development, RTPI, Leadership, Consultancy

As Associate Director your role will be to develop long-term relationships with a varied portfolio of clients, ensuring their accounting and business advisory needs are met to the highest standards. You will engage with a wide range of clients. Working within a rapidly growing environment, you will be expected to manage client portfolios effectively while contributing to the growth of the business..Key Responsibilities:Managing client relationships, which will include regular touch points with your clients, both online and in-personExplore development opportunities with existing relationships to increase portfolio sizesManaging finances of portfolio, including driving monthly billing targets, monitoring and improving recoveries, debt recovery and forecastingReviewing VAT returns, personal tax returns and partnership returns, limited company and sole trader accountsAssisting in the management of the office and developing junior members of staff and proactively look to develop a culture on continuous improvement and best practiceIdentifying training and development needs and ensuring these are facilitatedRequirements:A qualified accountant who is proactive, with a passion for client engagement.

Director / Associate Director - Transaction Services (Financial Due Diligence) Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: Highly competitive + bonus + benefitsI'm working with a leading UK professional services firm that advises ambitious, entrepreneur-led and high-growth businesses across the UK. The firm supports clients through acquisitions, disposals and capital markets transactions, providing high-quality, commercially focused financial due diligence.This is a senior opportunity within a well-established Transaction Services team, with genuine scope to influence the direction of the business, develop people and build long-term client relationships.The opportunityYou'll play a key role in developing and growing the Transaction Services offering within Corporate Finance, working closely with Partners, Directors and other Associate Directors. Alongside delivery, you'll help shape service lines, mentor team members and contribute to business development.The role suits someone comfortable operating autonomously at a senior level, while collaborating closely with leadership and stakeholders across the firm.Key responsibilitiesSupport the management and growth of the Corporate Finance / Transaction Services team Lead and project manage large and complex financial due diligence engagements Take ownership of project delivery, timelines, budgets and issue resolution Develop existing and new service offerings within Transaction Services Build and maintain strong, trusted client relationships Demonstrate a clear understanding of clients' businesses and sectors Provide technical leadership and oversight on due diligence work Manage, mentor and develop team members, including appraisals, training and progression Act as a role model and senior point of contact within the team Convert existing opportunities into further Corporate Finance work Identify and develop new business opportunities Contribute to proposals, pitching and wider marketing activity Understand broader firm services and identify cross-selling opportunities Provide and act on clear, honest and timely feedbackAbout youACA or ACCA qualified (or overseas equivalent), or equivalent experience Strong background in Transaction Services / Financial Due Diligence Experience working within Corporate Finance Proven management and leadership experience Strong MS Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint For capital markets exposure, a solid understanding of relevant legislation Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders Commercially minded, proactive and adaptable in a dynamic environmentWhy consider this roleSenior level responsibility with real influence over strategy and growth Exposure to high-quality transactions and entrepreneurial clients Clear progression and long-term career development Supportive, people-focused culture with agile working A firm that invests in leadership, innovation and its futureThis role would suit an existing Associate Director or Director in Transaction Services, or a Senior Manager ready to step up into a broader, more influential position.________As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.