Graduate Planner/Planner

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Manchester is looking for a Graduate Town Planner to assist with planning applications, research, and project reporting. This role offers excellent support for RTPI Chartership, exposure to high-quality projects, and a competitive salary. Ideal candidates should have an RTPI accredited degree and be proactive in their career development.

Benefits

Excellent support for RTPI Chartership

Exposure to high-quality projects

Competitive salary and benefits package

Structured training and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Up to one year’s experience in planning, including placements and internships.
• Proactive and keen to progress towards RTPI Chartership.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals.
• Supporting planning research, appraisals, and policy analysis.
• Drafting planning statements and reports.
• Attending client meetings and site visits as required.
• Collaborating with colleagues across the office.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Ambitious and proactive

Education

RTPI accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning

Job description

Overview

Graduate Town Planner – Manchester. Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working with a leading UK property and planning consultancy, seeking a Graduate Town Planner to join their Manchester office. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate with up to one year's experience in planning (public or private sector) to launch their career with a highly respected consultancy. You will work on a wide variety of exciting and complex projects across residential, commercial, retail, and mixed-use developments, gaining valuable experience and career development support.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals
• Supporting planning research, appraisals, and policy analysis
• Drafting planning statements and reports
• Attending client meetings, site visits, and hearings as required
• Collaborating with colleagues across the Manchester office and wider business

About you

• RTPI accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or related discipline
• Up to one year’s experience in planning (placements, internships, or post-graduate work welcomed)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Ambitious, proactive, and keen to progress towards RTPI Chartership

What’s on offer

• Excellent support for RTPI Chartership
• Exposure to high-quality projects and clients across the UK
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Structured training and career progression opportunities

How to apply

If you are interested in this Graduate Town Planner position, please contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email your CV to