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 planners
* Clear 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