Graduate/Assistant Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious firm in the environmental sector seeks a Graduate / Assistant Town Planner to join their Reading office. This position offers comprehensive mentoring towards achieving RTPI chartership, the chance to engage in significant infrastructure projects, and a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and a passion for environmental sustainability.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Hybrid working and flexibility

Full RTPI support and mentoring

Clear career development pathway

Qualifications

• Degree in Town Planning or closely related discipline.
• Strong communication, organisational, and analytical skills.
• Previous planning experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of planning applications and documentation.
• Conduct planning research and analysis.
• Liaise with local planning authorities and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Organisational

Analytical

Team Spirit

Education

Degree in Town Planning

Job description

Graduate / Assistant Town Planner

Overview

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to partner with a well-respected private sector organisation with a long-standing presence in the environmental and infrastructure sector. Renowned for its innovation, sustainability focus, and contributions to essential infrastructure projects, this company offers a dynamic and forward-thinking working environment from its Reading office.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Graduate / Assistant Town Planner to gain hands-on experience in a busy and collaborative planning team. The role provides a strong foundation for career development, with mentoring and support towards achieving RTPI chartership.

Responsibilities

As a Graduate / Assistant Town Planner, you will:

• Assist with the preparation and coordination of planning applications and supporting documentation.
• Undertake planning research and analysis to inform strategies.
• Liaise with local planning authorities, internal teams, and external consultants.
• Support the planning team on both operational and strategic planning matters.
• Work towards professional accreditation with full RTPI support.

You will play a key role in supporting projects related to waste management, infrastructure, and renewable energy, contributing to environmental sustainability and planning delivery.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree in Town Planning or a closely related discipline (RTPI accredited preferred).
• Strong communication, organisational, and analytical skills.
• A genuine interest in infrastructure and environmental planning.
• Previous planning experience or a placement (desirable but not essential).
• A positive attitude, team spirit, and eagerness to develop a career in planning.

Day-to-Day

Your daily activities will include:

• Collaborating with colleagues to prepare and submit planning applications.
• Conducting research to support planning strategies and decision-making.
• Engaging with local authorities and stakeholders to facilitate project approvals.
• Participating in team meetings and contributing to project discussions.
• Developing your professional skills and working towards RTPI chartership.

Benefits

This role offers:

• A competitive salary based on experience.
• Hybrid working and flexibility to support work-life balance.
• Full RTPI support and mentoring to achieve professional accreditation.
• A clear career development pathway with opportunities for progression.
• The chance to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Graduate / Assistant Town Planner position, please contact Joel Bland on 01792 365006 or email [e-mail].