Town Planner

Morson Edge are currently working with a fast-growing, employee-owned placemaking consultancy with offices in Bristol and Cardiff. They are passionate about creating thriving communities and delivering design-led planning solutions across the UK. Joining this team means being part of a collaborative environment where your work makes a visible impact on towns, cities, and communities.

About the role
We are looking for an early-career Town Planner to support a diverse range of projects, including residential, healthcare, education, student accommodation, cultural, and energy sectors. Reporting to senior planners, you will gain hands-on experience across planning applications, site appraisals, and client engagement, building your skills and career in a supportive consultancy environment.

Key responsibilities

Support planning applications and produce high-quality planning documents.
Conduct site appraisals, research, and policy analysis.
Assist senior planners in managing client relationships and project delivery.
Work closely with urban designers, landscape architects, and other specialists to deliver integrated solutions.
Contribute to public consultations, planning committees, and stakeholder meetings.
Gain exposure to planning systems in both England and Wales.

Candidate requirements
Essential:

Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
1-4 years of planning experience, ideally in a consultancy setting.
Understanding of planning policy and development processes in England and Wales.
Proactive, organised, and collaborative with strong communication skills.

Desirable:

Experience preparing planning applications and supporting submissions.
Familiarity with public consultation processes and stakeholder engagement.
Professional accreditation or working toward RTPI membership.

What's on offer

Competitive salary based on experience.
Hybrid working options (office in Bristol or Cardiff).
Employee ownership with profit share.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Work on meaningful, design-led projects that shape communities.

How to apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your planning career, send your CV and a short cover letter to Jonah Peto at Morson Edge for a confidential discussion.

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