Assistant Planner | Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected planning consultancy in Stevenage is seeking an Assistant Planner / Planner to join their team. This role involves assisting with various planning projects, engaging with clients, and contributing to planning applications. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of planning experience and strong communication skills. The company offers a competitive salary, a pension scheme, and excellent opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Performance-related bonus

Excellent opportunities for progression

Supportive team culture

Commitment to equal opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years of planning experience in either private or public sector.

Responsibilities

• Assisting senior team members with planning applications of varying scales and complexity.
• Preparing and contributing to Local Plan representations.
• Conducting site appraisals.
• Supporting appeal work.
• Engaging with clients and helping maintain excellent working relationships.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Report-writing skills

Ability to manage workloads

Collaborative work ethic

Proactive approach to professional development

Job description

Assistant Planner / Planner

Location: Stevenage

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected and well-established planning consultancy in their search for an Assistant Planner / Planner to join their growing team.

This consultancy is known for delivering high‑quality planning advice across a diverse range of sectors, working with a long‑standing and loyal client base. With a strong reputation, a collaborative culture, and excellent staff retention, they offer a fantastic environment for planners looking to grow and progress.

The Role

The successful candidate will work on a wide variety of projects across multiple sectors. Day‑to‑day responsibilities will include:

• Assisting senior team members with planning applications of varying scales and complexity
• Preparing and contributing to Local Plan representations
• Conducting site appraisals
• Supporting appeal work
• Engaging with clients and helping maintain excellent working relationships

This role is ideal for someone seeking a clear progression path, increasing autonomy, and the chance to develop quickly within a supportive, professional team.

About You

• 2+ years of planning experience (private or public sector)
• Strong communication and report‑writing skills
• Ability to manage workloads and work collaboratively
• A proactive and motivated approach to professional development

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Company pension scheme
• Performance‑related bonus
• Excellent opportunities for progression
• Supportive team culture with strong staff satisfaction
• Commitment to equal opportunities

Interested? For applications or more information regarding this opportunity, please send your up‑to‑date CV to Josh Jones.