Graduate Town Planner

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

The Company

My client is an expert in Land and Planning and has significant and prolific success in a range of property sectors. The team brings years of professional experience and a vast network of industry contacts, including central government, local councils, professional consultants, and major housebuilders.

They are committed to delivering truly sustainable developments, fostering the regeneration of villages, towns, and cities, and creating spaces that bring people closer to where they want to live and work.

What We Offer the Graduate Town Planner

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Private medical cover
• 26 days' holidays (increase 1 day every year up to 3 years).
• Choice of flexible benefits.
• Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The chance to work on impactful projects that shape communities.

The Position of a Graduate Town Planner

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Graduate Town Planner to support a diverse portfolio of planning projects. In this role, you will collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and colleagues to deliver high-quality planning advice and achieve successful outcomes for projects across various sectors, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.

Key Responsibilities of a Graduate Town Planner

• Preparing and managing planning applications and promoting sites including 5YHLS, settlement analysis, policy analysis, site design, planning statements, and socio-economic impacts.
• Masterplanning and assisting with site design.
• Attending meetings and interviews with prospective landowners and agents to secure new sites.

What We're Looking for in a Graduate Town Planner

• A degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field (RTPI membership or eligibility).
• Demonstrable experience in planning consultancy or local authority planning.
• Strong knowledge of UK planning systems, legislation, and procedures.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

If you're ready to take the next step in your planning career and work with a team that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now!

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable Graduate Town Planners ASAP. If you meet the above criteria, please contact Tamzin Warren-Vimpany.

This is a permanent role.

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