Role Associate Planner Devon

Bell Cornwell LLP; Exeter; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell Cornwell LLP is expanding and seeking an ambitious Chartered Associate to join our Exeter-based planning team. You will manage a diverse portfolio and lead projects with a commercial mindset, supporting clients from national developers to private individuals.

Based in our Devon office, the role offers opportunities to lead, develop client relationships, and contribute to growth within a collaborative, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Chartered Planner / RTPI member, with recognised professional status.
• Broad planning experience across residential, commercial, leisure, energy and heritage sectors is preferred.
• Must hold a full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing planning projects from start to finish.
• Preparing appraisals, applications, and appeals.
• Building strong client relationships and contributing to business growth.

Skills

Broad planning experience

Commercial awareness

Full driving licence

Education

Chartered Planner / RTPI Member

Job description

Job Description

We’re Hiring: Join Bell Cornwell’s Growing Planning Team

Bell Cornwell LLP is expanding! We’re seeking a talented planner to join our respected and collaborative team. With a strong reputation for clear, realistic advice and personalised service, we support clients across residential, commercial, leisure, energy and heritage sectors - from national developers to private individuals.

We currently have an exciting opportunity available:

Are you an ambitious planner with a strong commercial mindset? Our Devon office is looking for an experienced and driven Chartered Associate to manage a diverse portfolio of work and play a key role in business development. These are great opportunities for someone ready to lead projects, and grow their profile in a region with varied and rewarding planning challenges.

Requirements

• Chartered Planner / RTPI Member
• Strong, broad planning experience
• Commercial awareness of consultancy and development
• Full driving licence

Main Responsibilities

• Leading and managing Planning projects from start to finish
• Preparing appraisals, applications, and appeals
• Building strong client relationships
• Contributing to business growth

Knowledge Required

• Good understanding and ability in the full range of planning work
• Good commercial understanding of development projects
• Good commercial understanding of planning consultancy business

Why Bell Cornwell?

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Discretionary relocation package
• Supportive, flexible working environment
• Collaborative and knowledgeable team
• Genuine career progression