Graduate Planning Assistant — 1-Year Contract

Hartlepool Borough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartlepool Borough Council is seeking a Graduate Planning Assistant to support the Development Management team within the Planning and Development Service. The role is a fixed-term 1-year contract beginning August 2027 and running to July 2028, with final dates to be confirmed.

The post targets graduates participating in the Town Planning Placement Year (MPlan/Diploma) before recommencing their studies. The successful candidate will need excellent communication skills and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Graduate opportunity; Town Planning Placement Year (MPlan/Diploma) before resuming studies.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude are essential.
• Ability to work under pressure and on your own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the Development Management team within Planning and Development Service.
• Contribute to the continued development of the service.
• Support planning processes during the placement year.

Skills

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Initiative

Education

MPlan or Diploma in Town Planning

Job description

Hartlepool Borough Council is seeking a Graduate Planning Assistant to support the Development Management team within the Planning and Development Service. The role is a fixed-term 1-year contract beginning August 2027 and running to July 2028, with final dates to be confirmed.

The post targets graduates participating in the Town Planning Placement Year (MPlan/Diploma) before recommencing their studies. The successful candidate will need excellent communication skills and the ability to work