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Posted 05 August, 2026

Senior Planner

Vivid Resourcing
Bristol, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Senior Planner

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Location: South West (minimum 3 days per week in the office)

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Salary: Competitive

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Type: Full-time

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The Opportunity

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We are looking for a Senior Planner to join a growing Planning team in the South West. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects while playing a key role in client management, project delivery, mentoring junior team members, and supporting the continued growth of the regional business.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Lead and manage planning applications, appeals, and strategic planning projects.
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  • Provide clear and commercially focused planning advice to clients.
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  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, local authorities, and key stakeholders.
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  • Support business development activities and identify opportunities to win new work.
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  • Mentor and develop junior planners, providing guidance and technical support.
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  • Prepare high-quality reports, planning statements, and representations.
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  • Work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple disciplines to deliver successful outcomes.
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About You

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  • MRTPI qualified.
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  • Experience within a planning consultancy, local authority, or development environment.
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  • Strong technical planning expertise and project management skills.
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  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
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  • Good knowledge of the South West planning market and policy landscape.
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  • Commercially aware with an interest in networking and business development.
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  • A collaborative team player who enjoys supporting and mentoring junior colleagues.
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About the Business

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You'll be joining a relaxed, entrepreneurial, and highly collaborative team with ambitious growth plans in the South West. The business offers genuine career progression opportunities, a supportive culture, and the chance to play an influential role in the growth of the regional Planning function.

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Benefits

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  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
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  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
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  • Structured career progression.
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  • Ongoing professional development and support.
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  • Opportunity to contribute to the growth of an expanding team in the South West.
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If you are interested please do not hesitate to contact me on 0161 470 5506 or via email on [email protected]. Alternatively if this role is not for you, feel free to share it with your wider network!