Assistant Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Planning & Development Consultancy in Bedford is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Planner to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment while working on diverse planning projects. The ideal candidate will possess an RTPI-accredited degree and strong communication skills, with a focus on professional development and mentorship.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Benefits package

Mentoring and support for MRTPI accreditation

Ongoing professional development

Friendly team environment

Qualifications

• Proactive and motivated graduate keen to develop a career in town planning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Collaborative attitude and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals.
• Assist with planning potential and viability appraisals.
• Engage in site promotion and planning policy representations.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

RTPI-accredited degree in Town Planning

Job description

Assistant Planner – Town Planning Consultancy
Location: Bedford, UK
Position: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive, DOE + Benefits

A well-established and award-winning Planning & Development Consultancy based in Bedford is looking to welcome an enthusiastic and ambitious Assistant Planner to their dynamic team.

What’s on Offer

• A competitive starting salary and benefits package
• Mentoring and support toward achieving full MRTPI accreditation
• A friendly, supportive team environment with ongoing professional development
• Opportunities to work on a wide variety of planning projects

This close-knit, multi-disciplinary consultancy provides commercially aware and holistic town planning advice to a broad client base, including landowners, developers, community groups, and rural enterprises. With a reputation for delivering innovative and flexible planning solutions, they are committed to supporting professional growth and development.

The Role

As an Assistant Planner, you will support senior team members across a wide range of planning activities. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience and work on diverse projects while developing your expertise in the planning profession.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals
• Assisting with planning potential and viability appraisals
• Contributing to S106 and affordable housing negotiations
• Supporting the delivery of CIL assessments and pre-application advice
• Engaging in site promotion and planning policy representations
• Assisting with public consultation and stakeholder engagement activities

About You

We’re looking for a proactive and motivated graduate who is keen to begin or develop their career in town planning.

Essential:

• An RTPI-accredited degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A collaborative attitude and the ability to work independently when required
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a planning-related role (e.g., through internships or placements)

Interested? Please submit your CV above to apply. For enquiries and more information, please contact Megan Field on [e-mail] or call 01792 365 005.