Strategic Town Planner
Location: Bristol

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected and forward thinking planning consultancy in their search for a Strategic Town Planner to join their Bristol team. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional with strong analytical and strategic skills who enjoys working on high level planning policy, site promotion, and long term development strategy.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Exposure to major strategic and long term development projects

Clear progression pathways within a growing consultancy

Supportive team environment with ongoing CPD and RTPI support

Strong mentorship from experienced strategic planning specialists

The Role
As a Strategic Town Planner, you will play a key role in promoting land through the Local Plan process, preparing policy representations, supporting strategic site assessments, and contributing to high level planning strategies. You will work closely with clients, landowners, and multidisciplinary teams to influence plan making and secure long-term development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

Preparing and submitting representations to Local Plan consultations

Undertaking strategic site assessments and feasibility studies

Reviewing emerging planning policy and advising clients on strategy

Supporting the promotion of strategic land through the plan-making process

Preparing evidence-based planning reports, statements, and strategy documents

Liaising with clients, local authorities, and external consultants

Assisting with stakeholder engagement and public consultations

Contributing to client relationship management and business development activities

About You
We are seeking a forward thinking and analytical Strategic Town Planner who thrives on policy focused work and long term planning strategy. You'll be commercially aware, detail-oriented and confident working on complex planning matters.

Requirements:

RTPI accredited degree or relevant postgraduate qualification

MRTPI status or currently working towards chartership

Relevant experience in planning, ideally with exposure to strategic or policy work

Strong understanding of Local Plan processes and wider planning policy

Excellent written, analytical, and research capabilities

Strong communication and client-facing skills

Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work efficiently

Full UK driving licence beneficial but not essential

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Strategic Town Planner to join a consultancy offering high level work, visible career progression, and the chance to shape major development strategies across the region.

If you are interested in this Strategic Town Planner position, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment