Graduate Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential developer in Kent is seeking a Graduate Town Planner to support their planning team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on high-quality housing developments from concept to completion. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Town Planning, strong communication skills, and a desire to learn. The role offers mentoring and excellent career progression in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Mentoring towards RTPI accreditation

Involvement in live planning projects

Collaborative work environment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in Town Planning or related discipline.
• Detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in residential development and private sector planning.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning team in preparing and managing planning applications.
• Liaise with local authorities and consultants.
• Contribute to long-term land and development strategies.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Interest in Residential Development

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related field

Job description

Overview

Graduate Town Planner - Kent - Award-Winning Residential Developer

Are you a recent graduate in Town Planning or a related discipline looking to kickstart your career in the private sector? This opportunity is with a well-established, design-led residential developer based in Kent that is looking to bring on board an ambitious and passionate Graduate Town Planner to support their growing planning team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work client-side, gaining exposure to high-quality housing developments from concept to completion. You will be mentored by experienced planning professionals and actively involved in preparing and managing planning applications, liaising with local authorities and consultants, and contributing to long-term land and development strategies.

What’s on offer

• A rare chance to join a respected private housebuilder with a strong pipeline of projects across the South East
• Mentoring and support towards your RTPI accreditation
• Real responsibility and involvement in live planning projects from day one
• A collaborative, forward-thinking team with a genuine passion for quality housing and placemaking
• Competitive starting salary, benefits, and excellent career progression opportunities

What they’re looking for

• A degree (or Master’s) in Town Planning or a closely related field
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with strong written and verbal communication skills
• An interest in residential development and private sector planning
• A team player with a willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment
• Ideally, some work experience (internships or placements) in planning, but not essential

This is a brilliant first step for someone eager to work in a commercially driven, design-conscious environment where you can grow your planning career in a hands-on role.

If you’re ready to launch your planning career and want to learn more about this opportunity, apply today with your CV or get in touch for a confidential chat on (phone number removed) and forward your CV to (url removed).