Senior Town Planner in Bristol

Energy Jobline ZR; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the energy sector is seeking a Senior Town Planner to manage various planning projects and collaborate with clients and stakeholders. This role offers hybrid working opportunities, a competitive salary between £38,000 - £45,000, and additional benefits such as 25 holidays and a pension scheme. Ideal candidates will be MRTPI qualified or working towards qualification and possess a strong understanding of UK planning policy.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas off

Pension scheme

Medical cover

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• MRTPI qualified or working towards it.
• Solid understanding of UK planning policy and legislation.
• Experience managing planning projects.

Responsibilities

• Managing a variety of planning projects from start to finish.
• Preparing and submitting planning applications, appeals, and supporting statements.
• Building strong relationships with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders.

Skills

MRTPI qualification or working towards it

Strong understanding of UK planning policy

Experience in a consultancy or local authority setting

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Job Description

Senior Town Planner

Location: Cardiff or Bristol

Are you ready to take the next step in your planning career? You'll be joining a respected multi-disciplinary consultancy that brings together planners, designers, and architects to create thoughtful, design‑led developments across the UK. As a Senior Town Planner, you'll be taking the lead on a wide range of exciting projects from residential master‑plans to commercial and mixed‑use schemes. You'll be trusted to manage your own workload, collaborate closely with clients, and work side by side with an experienced in‑house design team.

You’ll be:

• Managing a variety of planning projects from start to finish
• Preparing and submitting planning applications, appeals, and supporting statements
• Building strong relationships with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders
• Providing strategic planning advice to help shape future developments
• Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues within the planning team

You’ll be MRTPI qualified (or working towards it) and have a solid understanding of UK planning policy and legislation. You’ll enjoy taking ownership of your projects, communicating clearly, and working collaboratively with others. Experience in a consultancy or local authority setting would be ideal.

What You’ll Get

• Salary: £38,000 - £45,000 (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working: You'll work a minimum of 3 days in the office (Cardiff or Bristol) with flexibility for home working
• Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays + Christmas off (including a day on Christmas Eve)
• Pension: Statutory scheme
• Medical cover: MediCash available after 6‑month probation
• Cycle to work scheme: Available after 6‑month probation
• Location: Both offices are just a 5‑minute walk from the train station

You’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative team that values creativity and design quality. This is your chance to make your mark on a growing consultancy that's shaping the future of planning and design in the region.

Apply today with your CV to be considered for the role, if you do have any questions you can reach out to Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed).

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