Bristol
Engineering
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
04/07/2025
25/07/2025
Senior / Associate Town Planner - Bristol
Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working Available)
Overview
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to partner with a leading and well-respected planning consultancy in their search for a Senior or Associate Town Planner to join their expanding team in Bristol.
Our client is a multi-disciplinary planning and development consultancy with a strong national presence and an excellent track record across the residential, commercial, education, energy, and leisure sectors. With a growing project pipeline in the South West, this is an exciting opportunity for a talented and driven planning professional to take on a varied and rewarding role.
Whether you are a Senior Town Planner looking to progress or an Associate Town Planner seeking greater flexibility and autonomy, this role offers the chance to work on meaningful projects in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
As a Senior or Associate Town Planner, your key responsibilities will include:
* Preparing and managing planning applications, appeals, and site appraisals across multiple sectors.
* Producing high-quality written reports, planning statements, and supporting documents.
* Developing and maintaining strong client relationships.
* Liaising with local authorities, consultees, and third-party stakeholders.
* Contributing to mentoring junior planners and supporting business development activities.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* An RTPI-accredited degree (or equivalent relevant qualification).
* Chartered Membership of the RTPI, or to be actively working towards chartership (APC support is available).
* Experience working within a planning consultancy or similar environment.
* A sound knowledge of the UK planning system and current policy framework.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Commercial awareness and the ability to manage projects independently.
Day-to-Day
Your typical day will involve:
* Collaborating with clients to provide expert planning advice and solutions.
* Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals.
* Conducting site visits and appraisals to assess project feasibility.
* Engaging with local authorities and stakeholders to navigate the planning process.
* Supporting junior team members and contributing to the overall success of the team.
Benefits
Our client offers a competitive package, including:
* Competitive Salary: Reflective of your skills and experience.
* Hybrid Working Options: Flexibility to suit your lifestyle.
* Part-Time or Flexible Working: Tailored to your needs.
* Career Development Support: Structured progression pathways and training opportunities.
* Collaborative Culture: A people-focused team environment.
* Exciting Projects: Exposure to a wide range of meaningful and impactful planning projects.
If you are ready to take the next step in your planning career and join a consultancy that values your expertise and ambitions, we would love to hear from you.