Senior Town Planner – Placemaking & Growth (Hybrid, Bristol)

Penguin Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing placemaking consultancy is seeking a Senior / Associate Town Planner to join their Bristol office. This role involves delivering planning strategies, managing project applications, and collaborating with urban design and landscape teams. The ideal candidate will have strong UK planning system knowledge and experience leading multi-disciplinary projects. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach are essential. This position provides an exciting career development opportunity in a reputable consultancy.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Hybrid working and flexible arrangements

Profit share scheme

Company health plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Opportunity to work on nationally significant projects

Genuine scope for career development

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing planning projects from inception to submission.
• Preparing and coordinating planning applications, appraisals, and supporting documents.
• Providing strategic planning advice to clients across public and private sectors.
• Working collaboratively with urban design and landscape teams.
• Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders, and community groups.
• Supporting business development and helping grow the planning team.
• Mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to a positive studio culture.

Skills

Relevant professional planning experience

Strong understanding of the UK planning system

MRTPI status or working towards chartership

Ability to manage projects independently

Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills

Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary teams

Proactive and commercially aware approach

Job description

A growing placemaking consultancy is seeking a Senior / Associate Town Planner to join their Bristol office. This role involves delivering planning strategies, managing project applications, and collaborating with urban design and landscape teams. The ideal candidate will have strong UK planning system knowledge and experience leading multi-disciplinary projects. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach are essential. This position provides an exciting career development opportunity in a reputable consultancy.