Graduate Planner - 2026 London, Leeds and Birmingham

Avison Young; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global real estate advisory firm in Birmingham is looking for a graduate with a commitment to diversity and teamwork. The ideal candidate should hold a degree in a planning-related field and demonstrate strong relationship-building skills. Avison Young values passion and potential, and offers an inclusive culture that empowers employees. Interested candidates should apply even if they don't meet every qualification.

Qualifications

• Degree-level education in relevant field.
• RTPI accredited qualification.
• Passion for building relationships.

Skills

Team player

Leadership with humility

Results-driven

Agility and adaptability

Relationship building

Commercial awareness

Inspiring others

Education

Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, Environmental Studies, Civil Engineering, or related field

RTPI (Royal Town Planning Institute) accredited degree

Job description

Our Story

Our small Canadian-born business was founded in 1978 and has become a global organization that now spans 120 locations across 20 countries. Our expansion has been rapid, but what matters most is the common belief that drives all 5,000 of our people to be a different type of real estate organization. We believe that the places in which we live, work and play have the power to make us happier and healthier, and we are united by a shared sense of purpose, to have a positive impact on people’s lives. In short, we are a global commercial real estate advisory firm with a simple aim for real estate to play a leading role in creating vibrant buildings, cities and places that deliver long-lasting social value and economic impact.

Why Work for Us

We believe that our industry is changing, and we want our business to be a melting pot of curious minds, passionate hearts and strategic intelligence. Your gender, religion and race are all highly respected, but are less important to us than your ability to step up and change the game. We provide you with a place where you can do just that, with like-minded people. Collaboration is embedded in the way we work - our people have the autonomy to collaborate on client relationships, engage teams across the business, lead operations, work collectively on projects, participate in strategy and are ultimately responsible for our growth.

We value graduates who aren’t afraid to step up and change the game. With that in mind, we’re looking for:

• A team player who is also able to lead with humility
• An ability to challenge for the better
• A strong drive for results, with an unwavering focus on the end game
• The desire to adapt to anything, and demonstrate agility when things don’t go to plan
• A passion for building great relationships with external and internal clients
• An ability to look ahead, and to understand the commercial landscape
• A talent for inspiring and energising those around you
• Degree-level education - usually in Town Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, Environmental Studies, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• RTPI (Royal Town Planning Institute) accredited degree

At Avison Young, we’ve always put people at the heart of what we do. In the last few years, we’ve increased the diversity at our board, leadership and Principal levels. Avison Young stands out for our commitment to empowering women.

Our culture is underpinned by our approach to diversity, inclusion, and well-being. We are committed to building an inclusive culture that:

• empowers all our employees to thrive,
• reflects all backgrounds and talents,
• allows individuals to be successful and feel a sense of belonging,
• and fosters a workplace that is supported, inclusive and has a strong sense of community between colleagues.

Avison Young is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all its employees and job applicants equitably. This includes implementing deliberate strategies that advance underrepresented communities in commercial real estate careers.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to removing any obstacles to inclusion. If you need any adjustments to support your application or any part of the recruitment process, such as information in alternative formats or special requirements to access our buildings, or you are eligible under the Disability Confident Scheme please contact us at [e-mail] and we will do everything we can to help.

We are committed to inclusion in our hiring processes, and we want to give everyone a chance to show what they can bring to our organisation. If you are not sure that you have all the skills in the person specification, please still apply. We value passion and potential in our employees, so it would be great to hear from you and why you would suit this position.