Senior Town Planner

Location: Bristol, GloucestershireFlexible Working ArrangementsCompetitive Salary & Benefits Package

My client, a leading town planning consultancy based in Bristol, is seeking a Senior Planner to join their growing team. Known for delivering high-quality, customer-focused development management services, my client is looking for an ambitious planning professional eager to further their career and contribute to the continued success of the team.

As a Senior Planner, you will:

• Deliver Planning Solutions: Use your broad knowledge of planning to achieve effective outcomes for clients, with a strong emphasis on clear communication and written reports.
• Manage Planning Applications: Process planning applications efficiently, producing detailed reports and recommendations to meet client needs.
• Prepare and Present Evidence: Assist clients by preparing and presenting evidence for planning appeals.
• Support Team Development: Guide and support junior colleagues, ensuring they understand current planning issues and legislation.
• Contribute to Business Growth: Assist with business development efforts, helping to foster repeat work and applying a commercial approach to your tasks.
• Client Communication: Maintain professional and clear communication with clients, both in writing and verbally.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a degree in a town planning discipline and ideally be a member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI).
• Have at least 3 years of relevant experience in either the Local Authority or private sector.
• Be able to manage workloads, prioritise tasks, and meet the business's commercial and contractual needs.
• Possess strong knowledge of current planning legislation and work independently across a variety of planning sectors.
• Be a team player who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Be committed to delivering high-quality, timely, and innovative planning solutions.

• Competitive Salary
• Hybrid Working Arrangements
• Flexible Working Hours
• Life Insurance & Private Medical Care Package

Interested?

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This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position