graduate town planner in Bristol)

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

RTPI chartership support

Client exposure

Career progression

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd invites applications for a Graduate Town Planner to join our Bristol team. You will work with experienced planners across a range of projects, supporting early site appraisals, research, and the preparation of planning applications.

The role offers hands-on client exposure and progression towards RTPI chartership, with a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development within a planning consultancy setting.

Qualifications

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good research, analytical and organisational abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• The ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and submission of planning applications.
• Undertake planning policy research and review local development plans.
• Help prepare planning statements, reports and supporting documentation.
• Carry out site appraisals and research potential development opportunities.
• Liaise with local planning authorities, clients and external consultants.
• Support senior colleagues in managing planning projects and meeting deadlines.
• Monitor planning applications and provide updates on their progress.
• Assist with identifying planning constraints and assessing development proposals.
• Keep up to date with changes to planning legislation, policy and guidance.
• Contribute to team meetings and develop an understanding of planning consultancy practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Research

Analytical skills

Organisational abilities

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Deadline management

Proactive attitude

Education

Town Planning degree or related

Job description

Graduate Town Planner

Location: Bristol

Salary: £28,000-£32,000 per annum

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £28,000-£32,000, depending on experience.
• Excellent opportunity to kick-start your career in town planning.
• Exposure to a diverse range of planning and development projects.
• Opportunity to learn from experienced planning professionals.
• Support for professional development and progression towards RTPI chartership.
• Hands-on experience working with clients, local authorities and external consultants.
• Collaborative working environment with opportunities to develop your technical and commercial skills.
• Clear potential for long-term career progression within the planning sector.

The Role

An established planning consultancy is looking to recruit a Graduate Town Planner to join its team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate with a passion for planning and the built environment to begin their career within a professional consultancy setting.

You will work alongside experienced planners, supporting a variety of projects and gaining valuable experience across the planning process, from initial site appraisals and planning research through to the preparation and submission of planning applications.

The successful candidate will be keen to learn, develop their technical knowledge and build strong relationships with clients, local authorities and other industry professionals.

This role is ideally suited to a recent graduate in Town Planning or a related discipline who is looking to establish themselves within the industry and work towards professional accreditation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and submission of planning applications.
• Undertake planning policy research and review local development plans.
• Help prepare planning statements, reports and supporting documentation.
• Carry out site appraisals and research potential development opportunities.
• Liaise with local planning authorities, clients and external consultants.
• Support senior colleagues in managing planning projects and meeting deadlines.
• Monitor planning applications and provide updates on their progress.
• Assist with identifying planning constraints and assessing development proposals.
• Keep up to date with changes to planning legislation, policy and guidance.
• Contribute to team meetings and develop an understanding of planning consultancy practices.

Requirements

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline.
• A genuine interest in town planning, property development and the built environment.
• An understanding of the UK planning system, ideally gained through academic study, work experience or a placement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good research, analytical and organisational abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• The ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines.
• A proactive attitude and the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team.
• An interest in working towards RTPI chartership and developing a long‑term career in planning.

Previous planning experience is beneficial but not essential, making this an ideal opportunity for a graduate looking to gain practical industry experience.

Interested?

If you're a recent graduate looking to launch your career in town planning, this is an excellent opportunity to join a consultancy in Bristol, gain hands‑on experience and develop the skills needed to progress within the industry.