Graduate Town Planner

Carrington West; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable private consultancy in Winchester is seeking a motivated Graduate Town Planner. This role offers the chance to work closely with experienced colleagues and gain hands-on experience across various projects. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Town Planning, strong communication skills, and a passion for planning. The consultancy promotes professional growth through mentorship and early project involvement, ensuring a supportive environment for career development.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Direct mentoring

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Ideally, some UK experience in town planning through a placement, internship, or employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit planning applications.
• Assist with site assessments and contribute to planning statements.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders.
• Balance commercial priorities with positive planning outcomes.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proactive attitude

Willingness to learn

Genuine passion for planning

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Graduate Town Planner

Are you ready to launch your career in planning and make a real impact from day one? This Graduate Town Planner role in Winchester offers you the chance to join a supportive private consultancy where your ideas will be valued, and your professional growth will be encouraged.

This small but well-established planning consultancy has built a reputation for providing expert advice and delivering high-quality results across a wide range of projects. With a growing client base and exciting new instructions, they are now looking to welcome a motivated Graduate Town Planner to their close-knit team. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a hands-on environment where you will gain exposure to all aspects of the planning process.

Responsibilities

• As a Graduate Town Planner, you will be working closely with experienced colleagues, supporting the preparation and submission of planning applications, assisting with site assessments, and contributing to planning statements and strategies.


• You will be liaising with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders to help drive projects forward while learning how to balance commercial priorities with positive planning outcomes.


• From small-scale developments to larger, more complex schemes, you will be involved in a variety of projects that will give you invaluable experience and a strong foundation for your career.


• You will be encouraged to take responsibility early, while also receiving the support and mentoring you need to grow.

Qualifications

• A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.


• The right to work in the UK.


• Ideally, some UK experience in town planning, whether through a placement, internship, or employment.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and a genuine passion for planning.

Salary and Benefits

In return, you will receive a competitive starting salary, along with the chance to develop your career in a consultancy that values its people and invests in their progression. You will benefit from direct mentoring, early project involvement, and the opportunity to grow your expertise in a supportive environment.

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If you\'re enthusiastic, ambitious, and ready to start your career in planning, we\'d love to hear from you. Apply today or call me on (phone number removed) if you have any questions.