Graduate Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in Norwich is seeking a Graduate Planner to join their structured graduate programme. This opportunity involves hands-on experience in drafting planning applications, conducting research, and supporting clients. Candidates should ideally have an RTPI-accredited degree and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and extensive benefits including private medical insurance and a company bonus scheme.

Benefits

Company bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Discounted gym memberships

Enhanced annual leave & loyalty leave

Professional body membership cover

Regular team socials and celebration events

Qualifications

• Proactive and motivated to learn and contribute.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Drafting planning applications and appeals.
• Conducting planning appraisals and research.
• Supporting clients throughout the planning process.
• Attending site visits and community engagement sessions.
• Contributing to infrastructure and renewable energy projects.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Motivated individual

Education

RTPI-accredited degree

Job description

Overview

REF: NELPN

Graduate Planning Opportunity – Norwich

Are you ready to launch your career in Planning with a leading multidisciplinary consultancy? We are looking for ambitious and driven graduates to join our Norwich-based team, where you’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop, and make a real impact.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a structured graduate programme that provides mentorship, hands-on experience, and a clear career progression pathway. You’ll work on a diverse range of projects, from Development Planning to major infrastructure and renewable energy schemes, while gaining the experience needed to achieve RTPI membership.

What we’re looking for

• Ideally, you’ll be studying for an RTPI-accredited degree, but we welcome applications from those looking to transition into planning from other backgrounds.
• A proactive and motivated individual eager to learn and contribute.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

What’s in it for you

• A comprehensive training programme, including APC support.
• A structured career progression framework with defined promotion windows.
• A competitive salary and extensive benefits package, including:
  • Company bonus scheme
  • Private medical insurance
  • Discounted gym memberships
  • Hybrid working
  • Enhanced annual leave & loyalty leave
  • Professional body membership cover
  • Regular team socials and celebration events

Your Role

As a Graduate Planner, you will develop key skills through real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience in:

• Drafting planning applications and appeals.
• Conducting planning appraisals and research.
• Supporting clients throughout the planning process.
• Attending site visits, stakeholder meetings, and community engagement sessions.
• Contributing to large-scale infrastructure and renewable energy projects.

If you’re looking to kickstart your career with a company that values your growth and provides meaningful opportunities, apply today and become part of an innovative and dynamic team.

To apply or find out more, get in touch today! Call Neil Ellerton of Penguin Recruitment on 01792 365 108. Alternatively you can send your CV to [e-mail]