Graduate Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Graduate Town Planner to join a respected developer's team in Harewood, Leeds. The role involves preparing planning applications, conducting research, and engaging with stakeholders. Candidates should have an RTPI-accredited qualification and a proactive attitude. Competitive salary and full training support offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Full training and mentoring

Professional development support

Qualifications

• An accredited degree or master’s qualification in Town Planning.
• Some relevant experience through placements or internships.
• Strong research, analytical, and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting planning applications.
• Carrying out research and planning appraisals.
• Supporting appeals and inquiries.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Report-writing skills

Proactive attitude

Education

RTPI-accredited degree or master's in Town Planning

Job description

Overview

Graduate Town Planner - Leeds (Harewood)

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be representing a highly respected and forward-thinking developer in their search for a Graduate Town Planner to join their growing planning team, based at their Harewood, Leeds office.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting planning applications and supporting documents.
• Carrying out research and planning appraisals.
• Supporting appeals and inquiries.
• Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders, and members of the public.
• Monitoring and reviewing planning policy changes relevant to ongoing and future projects.

About You

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic planner who is looking to develop their career in consultancy. The ideal candidate will have:

• An RTPI-accredited degree or master’s qualification in Town Planning.
• Some relevant experience (e.g. through a placement year, internship, or post-graduation role).
• Strong research, analytical, and report-writing skills.
• A genuine interest in the planning and development process, with a proactive and positive attitude.
• A commitment to working towards RTPI chartership (full support will be provided).

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Full training, mentoring, and professional development support.
• Exposure to a wide range of projects across the development and energy sectors.
• The chance to join a collaborative and well-established planning team.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated Graduate Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. For more information or to apply, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email your CV to