Job Title: Graduate Planner

Location: Bristol

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK property consultancy in their search for a Graduate Planner to join their thriving Planning team in Bristol.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the city's largest and most successful planning teams, working across a diverse and exciting range of projects spanning residential, commercial, retail, regeneration, energy, leisure, and community sectors.

About the Role:

As a Graduate Planner, you'll support the wider team in delivering high-quality planning advice and services to both private and public sector clients. You'll work on planning applications, appraisals, appeals, and representations-developing core technical and client-facing skills within a fast-paced, professional consultancy environment.

Responsibilities:

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Assist with the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals *

Research and analyse planning policy to inform strategies and appraisals *

Prepare and present planning appraisals, reports, and statements *

Support post-submission negotiations and attend meetings *

Draft representations to emerging planning policy documents and local plans *

Attend networking events and actively contribute to business growth

What We're Looking For:

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A strong understanding of the UK planning system *

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills *

Ability to manage multiple deadlines with attention to detail *

Confident with Microsoft Office and planning-related IT tools *

A self-starter with a positive attitude and commercial awareness *

Strong research and analytical skills *

Ideally on track for or currently working toward RTPI accreditation

Why Apply?

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Work with one of Bristol's leading planning teams *

Involvement in high-profile projects across the UK *

Genuine career progression opportunities *

A collaborative and supportive environment *

Competitive salary and benefits *

Hybrid/flexible working opportunities

If you're an enthusiastic and career-driven individual looking to kick-start your planning career, this is your chance to join a nationally respected consultancy.