Graduate Town Planner: RTPI Path & Bristol Growth

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

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.