Town Planner

Carrington West; Cwmsyfiog; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in Bristol is seeking Town Planners at all levels to join their growing team. This role offers hybrid working flexibility and involves working on high-profile projects across the UK, including residential and renewable energy schemes. Ideal candidates will have varying levels of experience from graduates to principal planners.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Career development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• RTPI-accredited degree or working towards it for Graduate/Assistant role.
• Experience managing planning applications and client relations for Planner/Senior Planner.
• Track record of leading complex projects for Principal Planner.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals.
• Conducting site appraisals and policy research.
• Engaging with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders.

Skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Report-writing skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management skills

Education

RTPI-accredited degree

MRTPI qualification

Job description

Overview

Town Planners (Graduate to Principal Level) - Bristol - Hybrid Working

Location: Bristol (Hybrid working)

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + benefits

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in Bristol is seeking Town Planners at all levels - from Graduates to Principal Planners - to join their growing team. This is an opportunity to work on a wide range of high-profile planning projects across the UK, including residential and mixed-use developments, urban extensions, heritage-led regeneration, and renewable energy schemes. You\'ll collaborate closely with in-house specialists across planning, design, environment, and heritage to deliver sustainable, people-focused places.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals
• Conducting site appraisals and policy research
• Engaging with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders
• Contributing to public consultations and planning strategies
• Supporting or leading projects from site promotion through to delivery
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated project outcomes

Candidate Requirements

• Graduate / Assistant Town Planner
  RTPI-accredited degree (or working towards it); strong research, communication, and report-writing skills; some relevant work experience or placement (desirable)
• Planner / Senior Planner
  MRTPI qualified (or near qualification); experience managing planning applications and client relationships; good understanding of the UK planning system
• Principal Planner
  Proven track record leading complex planning projects; strong stakeholder engagement and project management skills; ability to mentor junior staff and support business development

What\'s on Offer

• Flexible hybrid working from a central Bristol office
• Career development opportunities with a structured progression path
• A supportive and collaborative team culture
• Exposure to a wide variety of project types and sectors
• Competitive salary and benefits package tailored to experience

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) to discuss anything further

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