Associate/Principal Town Planner - Bristol
Full-time, Office-based
Salary: 拢40,000-拢55,000 (DOE)
An established independent town planning consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate/Principal Town Planner to join its growing Bristol office. This role offers the opportunity to take a senior position within a collaborative and well-regarded planning team, working on projects across the UK and contributing to the continued growth of the practice.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident planning professional looking to step into a leadership-focused role, with responsibility for project delivery, client engagement and mentoring junior colleagues.
The Role
The successful candidate will:
路Lead and manage a diverse portfolio of planning projects from inception through to determination
路Provide clear, strategic planning advice to clients, consultants and key stakeholders
路Prepare and oversee high-quality planning applications, supporting statements and appeal submissions
路Represent clients at meetings with local authorities and multidisciplinary project teams
路Support senior leadership with project delivery, workload management and client account development
路Mentor and support junior team members, promoting best practice and professional development
路Contribute to business development activities and the wider profile of the consultancy
About You
Candidates should have:
路Approximately 10 years' professional planning experience (public or private sector)
路MRTPI qualification (essential)
路Strong experience in development management and planning strategy
路Excellent written and verbal communication skills
路Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining high standards of work
路Strong professional judgement with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach
The Opportunity
The consultancy offers a supportive, collaborative working environment with a strong reputation for high-quality advice and successful outcomes. The role provides:
路A competitive salary of 拢40,000-拢55,000 (depending on experience)
路A friendly and respected working culture
路The chance to lead on high-profile and varied planning projects
路A key position within a growing independent consultancy
How to Apply
To apply please submit your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) to discuss this role further or others if this one does not sounds quite right.
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