Location
Bristol
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
11/08/2026
Closing date
01/09/2026
Job Title: Associate Town Planner
Location: Bristol
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK planning and development consultancy in the search for an Associate Town Planner to join their growing team in Bristol.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious planning professional to join an established and expanding consultancy with an excellent reputation across the UK. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, you will play a key role in delivering strategic planning projects, developing client relationships, and contributing to the continued growth of the South West business.
You'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects, including residential planning applications, land promotion schemes, and strategic development opportunities, while collaborating with specialists across planning, design, heritage, and development economics.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing projects from initial planning strategy through to securing planning permission, representing clients throughout the planning process, mentoring junior team members, and supporting wider business development initiatives.
Key requirements include:
* A relevant Town Planning qualification and Chartered membership of the RTPI.
* Strong experience delivering planning applications, appeals, and strategic planning projects.
* Excellent knowledge of the UK planning system and development process.
* Experience working within the Bristol and wider South West market, with an understanding of the regional planning landscape.
* Strong report writing, communication, and client management skills.
* The ability to build and maintain lasting client relationships while identifying opportunities for new business.
* A collaborative approach with the confidence to manage projects independently and support the development of junior colleagues.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner looking to progress their career within a highly respected consultancy. You'll work on high-profile projects across a range of sectors while playing an important role in the continued growth and success of the Bristol team.
In return, you'll join a forward-thinking consultancy offering flexible hybrid working, an excellent benefits package, exposure to exciting projects, and genuine opportunities for long-term career progression.
Interested?