Average Town Planner salary in Bristol

Town Planner Bristol Are you passionate about shaping vibrant, sustainable communities? Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be supporting a leading planning consultancy in Bristol, who are looking for an experienced and dynamic Town Planner to join their growing team! About the Role: You'll play a pivotal role in delivering innovative planning solutions across diverse projects. You'll work closely with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders to navigate the planning process, from early-stage consultation through to securing planning permissions. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert planning advice and support to clients, ensuring projects comply with relevant regulations and policies.Lead and contribute to planning applications, pre-application discussions, and appeals.Engage with local authorities, communities, and other stakeholders to gather feedback and drive project success.Prepare and present planning reports, statements, and supporting documents. About You: A degree in Town Planning or a related field, with membership of the RTPI (or working towards).Proven experience in planning, preferably within a consultancy or local authority setting.Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation, policies, and procedures.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships.A proactive and solution-oriented mindset, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Why Apply? A competitive starting salary and generous benefits package!Be part of a supportive and collaborative team!Work on diverse and exciting projects across the public and private sectors!Opportunity for professional development and career progression! Interested? For applications and more information regarding this opportunity, please send your up-to-date CV to Megan Field at or call .

Principal / Associate Town PlannerLocation: Bristol (Hybrid Working)Salary: Highly Competitive + Bonus + Benefits Are you an experienced planning professional ready to take the next step in your career? A leading independent planning consultancy with a growing presence in the Southwest is seeking a Principal or Associate-level Town Planner to join their Bristol office. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a respected team working on high-profile strategic land and residential developments across the region. About the Role You'll play a key role in delivering complex planning strategies, with a focus on large-scale residential-led schemes. Working closely with landowners, developers, and local authorities, you'll provide expert advice and lead projects through the planning system from inception to approval. What We're Looking For MRTPI qualified with substantial experience in the planning sector.Proven track record delivering residential planning projects (ideally strategic land).Strong leadership and client management skills.Excellent knowledge of UK planning policy and procedures.Confident communicator, commercially minded, and proactive in your approach. Why Join? This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, forward-thinking consultancy at a pivotal stage of growth. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation and quality, with clear scope for progression and the ability to shape major developments that make a lasting impact. Interested? For applications and more information regarding this opportunity, please send your up-to-date CV to Megan Field at or call .

Principal Town PlannerFull-time & Part-time OptionsBristol - Hybrid Penguin Recruitment is excited to be supporting one of Bristol's leading planning consultancies in their search for a dedicated and experienced Principal Town Planner to join their dynamic team! This consultancy offers a wide range of planning services to both public and private sector clients, covering sectors such as residential, commercial, retail, healthcare, energy, education, and leisure for both national and local clients. Why Apply? The successful candidate will benefit from: Diverse Projects: Work on impactful developments across various sectors in one of the UK's most vibrant cities.Collaborative Environment: Join a dynamic, supportive team where your expertise is valued, and your career growth is encouraged.Career Development: Enjoy a clear career progression path, ongoing professional development, and opportunities for advancement.Work-Life Balance: Competitive salary, flexible working options, Bonus scheme, and a comprehensive benefits package designed for your well-being. Key Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of a variety of projects, providing expert advice, managing planning applications, and handling appeals.Develop and present planning appraisals, strategy reports, and policy recommendations.Prepare and submit planning applications and related documentation.Monitor and negotiate applications after submission, including representing the team at relevant meetings.Lead and manage planning appeals.Contribute to the preparation of representations on emerging planning policies and local plans. Candidate Requirements: RTPI accredited degree with progress towards MRTPI Chartership.A solid understanding of UK planning systems and regulations.A proactive, commercially focused approach, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with clients and stakeholders at all levels. Interested? For further details or to apply, please send your up-to-date CV to Megan Field at or call .