Associate Planner

Anderselite Ltd; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning and design practice in Bath is seeking an experienced Associate Planner to manage projects and support senior planners. The ideal candidate will have strong residential and mixed-use planning experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic team. This position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including a pension scheme and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

23 days holiday + birthday holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Private Health Cash Plan & Life Assurance

Professional subscriptions

Employer Supported Volunteering Leave

Qualifications

• Experience in local authority or consultancy with residential and mixed-use planning.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning applications for residential and mixed-use projects.
• Guide development through all planning stages.
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Chartered Member of the RTPI or working towards

Job description

We are recruiting an Associate Planner to join a well-established, multi-disciplinary planning and design practice. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong residential and mixed-use planning experience to work on exciting projects across urban regeneration, strategic planning, and development management.

About the Role
You will be part of a dynamic planning team, collaborating with colleagues across architectural, urban design, and heritage disciplines. You'll manage your own projects, while also supporting senior planners on larger, complex schemes. Your work will directly contribute to shaping vibrant, sustainable communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning applications and provide guidance on residential and mixed-use development projects.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to guide development at all stages of the planning process.
• Conduct site assessments, feasibility studies, and pre-application advice.
• Collaborate with stakeholders including local authorities, developers, and community groups.
• Ensure compliance with planning laws, local plans, and environmental regulations.
• Prepare high-quality reports, planning statements, and presentation materials.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to the team's professional development culture.

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience in a local authority or private sector consultancy, with strong residential and mixed-use planning delivery experience.
• Chartered Member of the RTPI or actively working towards chartership.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to balance independent project responsibility with collaborative team working.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 23 days holiday + birthday holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Private Health Cash Plan & Life Assurance
• Professional subscriptions
• Employer Supported Volunteering Leave
• Engaging social scene and strong team culture
• Tailored CPD program to support your career development
• Modern, scenic office environment

Apply Now
Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining your experience in residential and mixed-use planning delivery and how you can contribute to the development of the planning service.

This is an equal opportunities role, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.