Graduate Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Congleton; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd seeks a Graduate Town Planner to support a leading land and planning business in the UK. This role is perfect for recent RTPI-accredited graduates looking to start their career with professional development opportunities and a collaborative environment, focusing on planning applications and strategic land management.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Annual bonus scheme

Private medical cover

26 days’ holiday

Flexible benefits package

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Hybrid working

Support towards RTPI Chartership

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or nearing completion of RTPI-accredited degree.
• Willingness to pursue part-time RTPI-accredited Planning MSc.
• Motivated individual seeking career in planning.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning team to promote land opportunities.
• Assist in research and evaluations for planning applications.
• Engage with landowners and local authorities.

Skills

Research

Policy analysis

Site design

Planning statements

Education

RTPI-accredited degree

Degree in Human Geography

Job description

Job Title: Graduate Town Planner

Location: Congleton

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading land and planning business in their search for a Graduate Planner.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate – or someone close to completing an RTPI-accredited degree – to begin their career in planning with a company at the forefront of land promotion in the UK. Applications from Human Geography graduates will also be considered, provided there is a willingness to undertake a part-time RTPI-accredited Planning MSc (typically at The University of Manchester).

You’ll be joining an established in-house team of land and planning professionals, working on a diverse, nationwide portfolio of residential and mixed-use development opportunities. The business is known for its successful track record, collaborative culture, and commitment to developing emerging talent.

The Role

As a Graduate Planner, you will support the planning team to promote strategic land opportunities through the planning application process and Local Plan allocations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting research for planning applications and site promotions (5YHLS, policy analysis, site design, planning statements, socio-economic impacts)
• Evaluating the planning potential of land opportunities and supporting site acquisition strategy
• Assisting in masterplanning and early-stage site design
• Attending meetings with landowners, agents, and local authorities
• Monitoring local and national planning policy changes
• Preparing and submitting representations to Local and Neighbourhood Plans
• Managing internal planning data and tracking progress on strategic sites

What’s on Offer

• Competitive starting salary
• Annual bonus scheme
• Private medical cover (single cover)
• 26 days’ holiday (rising with service)
• Flexible benefits package
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Hybrid working with flexible start/finish times
• Full support towards RTPI Chartership, with structured training and mentorship

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated graduate to join a market-leading land and planning business with a clear pathway for progression and professional development.

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on 01792 362 010 or [e-mail]