Town Planner

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the South West is seeking planners for exciting vacancies across Bristol and Gloucester. Roles available span from Town Planner to Associate Director, offering competitive salaries and supportive working arrangements. Ideal candidates will possess strong planning experience and the ability to communicate effectively.

Benefits

Support with RTPI chartership

Ongoing CPD

Clear progression routes including team leadership

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Planning experience (public or private sector).
• MRTPI status or actively working toward it.
• A collaborative approach and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Involvement in residential and commercial schemes.
• Engagement with strategic land and sustainability-focused developments.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

MRTPI status or working toward it

Job description

Job Description

Private Sector Planning Opportunities – Bristol & Gloucester

£30,000 to £55,000 | RTPI Support | Hybrid Working Available

Looking to take the next step in your planning career? Whether you're a planning consultant seeking more variety or a public sector planner ready to move into consultancy, there are a number of exciting vacancies now open across Bristol and Gloucester.

I’m partnering with a range of planning consultancies in the South West, from independent specialists to multi-disciplinary firms. These companies are actively hiring across several levels, including:

• Town Planner
• Senior Planner
• Principal Planner
• Associate and Associate Director

Each role offers its own unique mix of clients, projects, and progression opportunities. What they all share is a strong workload and a commitment to developing and rewarding talented planners.

The types of projects you’ll get involved in include:

• Residential and commercial schemes
• Mixed-use and regeneration sites
• Strategic land and green infrastructure
• Energy and sustainability-focused developments

Whether you’re someone who thrives on building client relationships and bringing in new work, or you prefer focusing on project delivery and technical planning work, there’s space for both types of professionals.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salaries between £30,000 and £55,000
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Support with RTPI chartership and ongoing CPD
• Clear routes for progression, including team leadership and business development roles

Ideal candidates will have:

• Planning experience (public or private sector)
• MRTPI status or actively working toward it
• A collaborative approach and strong communication skills

If you're based in or around Bristol or Gloucester - or considering a move to the South West - now is a great time to explore new opportunities.

To find out more or arrange a confidential chat, contact Dan Butler:

Email: [e-mail]

Mobile: [phone]

Office: 01244 739 999