Graduate/Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Graduate Town Planner to join its dynamic team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills while engaging with clients and contributing to a variety of planning applications and development proposals. You will work closely with experienced professionals, gaining hands-on experience in the planning process, conducting research, and engaging with local authorities. The company provides a supportive environment with mentorship towards RTPI accreditation and opportunities for career progression. If you're passionate about planning and eager to make a difference, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Mentorship towards RTPI accreditation

Supportive working environment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in Town Planning or related field is essential.
• Strong understanding of UK planning legislation required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and submission of planning applications.
• Conduct research and site assessments for planning projects.

Skills

UK planning legislation

Research skills

Client engagement

Education

Degree in Town Planning

Degree in Urban Planning

Job description

About the Company

My client, a leading Land Promotion Consultancy, specialising in unlocking the potential of land for residential and mixed-use development, is looking for an ambitious Graduate Town Planner to join the team. This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, engage with clients, and contribute to planning applications, appeals, and development proposals.

What's on Offer?

1. Competitive salary and benefits package
2. Mentorship and support towards RTPI accreditation
3. Exposure to a variety of commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects
4. A collaborative and supportive working environment
5. Opportunities for career progression

The position as a Graduate Town Planner

As a Graduate Town Planner, you will work alongside an experienced team, gaining hands-on experience in the planning process while supporting a diverse range of projects.

1. Assisting in the preparation and submission of planning applications
2. Conducting research and site assessments to support planning projects
3. Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders, and clients
4. Supporting the team with policy analysis and planning appeals

About You as a Graduate Town Planner

1. A degree (or equivalent) in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field
2. A strong understanding of UK planning legislation and policies
3. An ambition to work towards RTPI accreditation (support will be provided)

Interested?!

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable Town Planners ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Tamzin Warren-Vimpany on (phone number removed) or at (url removed).

This is a permanent role.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.