Assistant Town Planner - Hybrid, Chartership Support

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Ringway; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Generous holiday

Contributory pension

Professional development

RTPI chartership support

Experienced planning team

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is partnering with a forward-thinking planning consultancy in Manchester to recruit an Assistant Town Planner. You will support the preparation and submission of planning applications, conduct policy research, and assist senior planners across diverse projects while building your technical knowledge in a collaborative, hybrid-friendly environment.

This position offers a competitive salary, generous holiday, pension contributions, ongoing professional development, and

Qualifications

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline.
• Experience working in a planning consultancy, local authority or similar environment.
• Good understanding of the UK planning system and relevant planning policy.
• Experience assisting with planning applications and planning reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Proactive approach and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Ideally working towards RTPI chartership.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications.
• Undertaking planning policy research and site appraisals.
• Preparing planning statements, reports and supporting documentation.
• Supporting senior planners with a variety of development projects.
• Liaising with clients, local authorities and external stakeholders.
• Monitoring planning applications and providing updates to clients.
• Contributing to planning strategies and providing advice across a range of projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Detail oriented

Education

Town Planning degree

Job description

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is partnering with a forward-thinking planning consultancy in Manchester to recruit an Assistant Town Planner. You will support the preparation and submission of planning applications, conduct policy research, and assist senior planners across diverse projects while building your technical knowledge in a collaborative, hybrid-friendly environment.

This position offers a competitive salary, generous holiday, pension contributions, ongoing professional development, and