Assistant Town Planner | Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established planning consultancy in Telford is seeking an Assistant Town Planner/Town Planner. This role offers an ambitious planning professional a chance to work on diverse projects, preparing planning applications and conducting feasibility studies. Candidates should have a degree in Town Planning and a strong understanding of UK planning policy. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in local authority or consultancy planning roles.
• Full driving licence desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting planning applications.
• Conducting site appraisals and feasibility studies.
• Liaising with clients, architects, and local planning authorities.
• Providing professional planning advice and recommendations.
• Supporting senior planners in managing projects from inception to completion.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Report-writing skills

Knowledge of UK planning policy

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Assistant Town Planner / Town Planner – Telford

Penguin Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a well-established planning consultancy based in Telford with their search for an Assistant Town Planner / Town Planner.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planning professional to join a dynamic team, working on a variety of residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects. The role offers exposure to all aspects of the planning process, from pre-application advice through to planning applications and negotiations with local authorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting planning applications.

• Conducting site appraisals and feasibility studies.

• Liaising with clients, architects, and local planning authorities.

• Providing professional planning advice and recommendations.

• Supporting senior planners in managing projects from inception to completion.

Requirements

• Degree in Town Planning or related discipline.

• Relevant experience in local authority or consultancy planning roles.

• Strong knowledge of UK planning policy and procedures.

• Excellent communication, organisational, and report-writing skills.

• Full driving licence desirable but not essential.

This role is ideal for someone looking to progress their career in town planning within a supportive and growing consultancy environment.

If the role is of interest, contact Joel Bland on 01792 365006 or email [e-mail]