Graduate Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist town planning consultancy is seeking a Graduate Town Planner to join their team in Cheltenham. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates with a degree in Town Planning to develop their careers within a supportive environment. The role involves working on various planning and regeneration projects across the UK. Applicants should have strong communication skills and a keen interest in the UK planning policy. The position offers structured training and real opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Structured training and development programme

Involvement in various projects

Opportunities to take responsibility

Skills

Excellent communication

Report writing skills

Interest in UK planning policy

Team-focused attitude

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related discipline (RTPI accredited)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Graduate Town Planner
Location: Cheltenham

Penguin Recruitment is supporting a well-respected specialist town planning consultancy in their search for a Graduate Town Planner to join their growing team in Cheltenham. This practice offers a broad range of planning and regeneration projects across the UK, including eco towns, urban extensions, rural estates, and both residential and commercial developments. The team delivers high-quality, innovative work across planning strategy, policy development, research, and stakeholder engagement. As a compact and agile consultancy, the business offers a flexible and responsive approach with a focus on client service and forward-thinking planning solutions.

To apply or learn more about the role, please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for a confidential chat.

What’s on Offer

• A supportive and inclusive team environment
• Structured training and development programme to support progression to chartered status
• Direct involvement in a variety of projects across the UK
• Real opportunities to take responsibility and grow within the company

Requirements

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline (RTPI accredited)
• Excellent communication and report writing skills
• A keen interest in UK planning policy and development processes
• A proactive, team-focused attitude

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a consultancy that is passionate about nurturing talent and helping planners reach their full potential in a supportive, engaging environment.

Application Details

To apply, please contact via a CV submission or confidential chat as noted above. This position is listed with posting date Sep 1st 2025 and closes Oct 2nd 2025.