Senior Town Planner or Principal Town Planner

Job Title: Senior or Principal Town PlannerLocation: BristolSalary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Company:A leading and well-established planning consultancy is looking for an experienced Senior or Principal Town Planner to join their growing team in Bristol. With one of the largest planning teams in the region, they offer a full spectrum of planning services across sectors including residential, commercial, retail, healthcare, energy, education, and leisure. Their collaborative approach enables them to deliver high-quality planning advice to both private and public sector clients.

About the Role:This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner looking to take the next step in their career. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing projects, mentoring junior staff, and engaging with clients. At Principal level, additional responsibilities include leading projects, securing new business, and driving strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage planning applications, appeals, and pre-application enquiries.

• Provide strategic advice to clients on planning matters.

• Conduct research and undertake planning appraisals to assess development potential.

• Write high-quality reports, interpreting data and making clear recommendations.

• Liaise and negotiate with planning officers, stakeholders, and clients.

• Mentor and support junior planners in their development.

• Identify business development opportunities and represent the company at external events.

Requirements:

• MRTPI status (or working towards it for Senior Planner level).

• At least two years of post-graduation experience for Senior Planner level; at least three years for Principal Planner level.

• A deep understanding of the UK planning system.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

• A proactive and commercially aware mindset.

• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

What's on Offer?

• A leadership role in a dynamic and growing team.

• Opportunities to work on high-profile projects.

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planner seeking career progression within a highly regarded consultancy. If you're ready to take on a leadership role and contribute to the success of a growing team, we'd love to hear from you.

Interested?

Contact Sofia Conte or call . We have many more vacancies available on our website.

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