Job Description
Graduate Planning Consultant
Bristol City Centre
Hybrid working
Competitive Salary
About the Company
We’re working with a well-established and growing environmental and planning consultancy that is delivering projects across a range of sectors including renewable energy, EV infrastructure, waste & circular economy, and residential/commercial development.
With a strong pipeline of work and a supportive senior team, this is a great opportunity for a Graduate Planner looking to kick‑start their career in a commercially focused consultancy environment.
The Role
As a Graduate Planning Consultant, you’ll support senior planners in delivering practical planning advice across both pre-application and post-application stages.
You’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of projects while developing your technical and commercial understanding of the planning process.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting delivery of planning advice to clients
- Assisting with pre‑application appraisals and planning strategies
- Preparing planning statements and supporting documentation
- Contributing to a variety of projects across multiple sectors
- Undertaking research, policy analysis and report writing
- Supporting planning applications and condition discharge submissions
- Assisting with project coordination and administrative tasks
- Attending site visits and supporting appraisal work
- Communicating with internal teams and external stakeholders
- Attending CPD events and continuing professional development
What We’re Looking For
- RTPI accredited undergraduate or postgraduate qualification
- 1–2 years’ experience in a consultancy or local authority (ideal but not essential)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Interest in a variety of development sectors
- Keen to learn, develop and build a long‑term career in planning
Why Apply?
- Exposure to a wide range of exciting projects
- Strong mentorship from senior plannersClear progression pathway
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to develop commercially as well as technically
Interested?
Drop me a message, comment below or send your CV to talent@talent-torch.co.uk
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