Associate Director
Job in
Bristol, Sullivan County, Tennessee, 37625, USA
Listed on 2026-10-02
Listing for:
Carrington West
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-02
Job specializations:
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Design & Architecture
Environmental & Urban Planning, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
Bristol (Hybrid working)
Are you a commercially aware Principal Town Planner or Associate Director looking to take the next step in a growing planning consultancy? Do you want greater responsibility, high-quality projects, and the opportunity to help shape a successful regional team without stepping fully into a Director-level role? This opportunity offers exactly that.
We're recruiting on behalf of a progressive planning consultancy with ambitious growth plans for its Bristol office. They're seeking a Principal Town Planner or Associate Director to play a key role in project delivery, client management, and team development as the business continues to expand.
What's on offer
· Competitive salary and strong benefits package
· 27 days' holiday plus bank holidays, plus an extra day off for your birthday
· Private medical insurance
· Exposure to a wide and varied project portfolio, including urban regeneration and major mixed-use, sustainable developments
· A culture built on trust, flexibility, and autonomy
· Supportive, approachable senior leadership with a genuine focus on career progression
· Hybrid working
The role This position sits at the heart of the planning team and offers a balance of hands-on technical work and leadership responsibility. You'll support the growth of the Bristol office by delivering complex planning projects and helping mentor and develop junior planners.
Key responsibilities include:
· Managing and delivering planning applications and appeals across a range of sectors
· Supporting the identification and progression of new development opportunities
· Working closely with national house builders, land promoters, and landowners
· Providing day-to-day guidance and support to junior members of the team
· Building and maintaining strong client relationships
· Contributing to business development and the continued success of the regional team About you
· Degree-qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
· Solid experience within a UK planning consultancy
· Proven experience leading planning applications and appeals
· Confident communicator with the ability to manage clients and collaborate effectively
· Organised, commercially aware, and committed to delivering high-quality work
· RTPI membership (or working towards chartered status)
If you're a Principal Planner or Associate Director looking for more autonomy, better-quality projects, and a clear route for progression within a supportive consultancy, this is an opportunity worth exploring. Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion on Reference - 70012
Discipline(s):
Town Planning Job type:
Permanent - Full Time
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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