Assistant Town Planner | Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent planning consultancy in Reading is seeking an Assistant Town Planner to support their planning team on various projects. This role involves assisting with planning applications, conducting research, and liaising with stakeholders. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Town Planning or a related discipline and possess good communication skills. The position offers structured training and clear career progression opportunities within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Structured training

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• A degree in Town Planning or a related field is essential.
• Some experience in planning consultancy or local authority is desirable.
• Good understanding of UK planning system is necessary.
• Effective communication skills are required.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and submission of planning applications.
• Undertake planning research and site appraisals.
• Support appeals and Local Plan representations.
• Liaise with local authorities and clients.
• Monitor planning policy changes.
• Provide support to senior planners across projects.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Understanding of the UK planning system

Teamwork ability

Proactive attitude

Education

Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or related discipline

Job description

Assistant Town Planner
Location: Reading

Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be supporting a well respected planning consultancy in their search for an Assistant Town Planner to join their growing team in Reading.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Town Planner looking to build a strong foundation in consultancy planning, working across a wide range of development projects and gaining experience alongside experienced planners.

The Role

As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support the planning team on a variety of projects from early appraisal through to determination.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications

• Undertaking planning research and site appraisals

• Supporting appeals and Local Plan representations

• Liaising with local authorities, consultees and clients

• Monitoring planning policy and legislative changes

• Providing general support to senior planners across multiple projects

About You

The ideal Assistant Town Planner will have:

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline

• Some experience within a planning consultancy or local authority (desirable)

• A good understanding of the UK planning system

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn

• The ability to work effectively as part of a team

Why Apply?

This Assistant Town Planner role offers structured training, exposure to varied projects, and clear opportunities for career progression within a supportive consultancy environment.

If you are interested in this Assistant Town Planner position, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment.