Associate Town Planner | Associate Director in Bristol

Energy Jobline CVL; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Town Planner to join their team in Bristol. This role will involve leading planning applications, offering strategic advice, and mentoring junior planners. With over 5 years of planning consultancy experience and a degree in a related field, the ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative culture focused on sustainable development. Competitive salary and hybrid working options offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid and flexible working options

Clear progression routes

Opportunity to work across diverse projects

Friendly and supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a planning consultancy or related environment.
• Proven experience managing medium to large scale planning projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, submission, and management of planning applications and appeals.
• Provide high-level planning advice to a diverse client base.
• Oversee multidisciplinary project teams for timely delivery.
• Contribute to business development and prepare proposals.
• Mentor and support junior planners.
• Represent the company at consultations and planning committees.

Skills

RTPI Chartered or working towards chartership

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong knowledge of UK planning system

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related discipline

Job description

Associate Town Planner

Location: Bristol

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in their search for an Associate Town Planner to join their established planning team in Bristol.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planning professional to play a key role in delivering innovative and sustainable developments across a wide range of sectors. The successful Associate Town Planner will join a company known for its forward‑thinking approach, collaborative culture, and commitment to shaping better places for people and the environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, submission, and management of planning applications and appeals.
• Provide high‑level planning advice to a diverse client base, including developers, landowners, and local authorities.
• Oversee multidisciplinary project teams and ensure the timely delivery of planning strategies and consents.
• Contribute to business development by identifying new opportunities and preparing proposals.
• Mentor and support junior planners, fostering a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Represent the company at public consultations, stakeholder meetings, and planning committees.

About You

• RTPI Chartered (or working towards full chartership).
• A relevant degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a planning consultancy or related environment.
• Proven experience managing medium to large scale planning projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence in client‑facing roles.
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system, policy, and development processes.
• A proactive and commercially minded approach to problem‑solving.

Why Apply

This position offers the chance to work on high profile projects that make a tangible difference to communities across the UK. You'll be joining an ambitious and award‑winning team that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid and flexible working options.
• Clear progression routes and professional development support.
• Opportunity to work across a wide range of planning and design‑led projects.
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive team environment.

If you are interested in this Associate Town Planner position, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment.

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