Graduate Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Wytham; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy is seeking a Graduate Town Planner in Oxford to join their dynamic team. This role is ideal for recent graduates with RTPI-accredited degrees looking to develop their careers in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include assisting senior planners, preparing planning documents, and engaging with clients. The position offers a competitive salary of £24,000 to £28,000, flexibility with hybrid working options, and excellent career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full support toward APC and RTPI chartership

Flexible working environment

Excellent career progression

Hands-on mentorship

Qualifications

• A degree (or near completion) in Town Planning or a related subject.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.
• A genuine interest in planning and development.
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn.
• Previous planning experience desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support senior planners with applications, appeals, and appraisals.
• Conduct research and policy analysis.
• Prepare reports and client-facing materials.
• Attend site visits and support public consultation.
• Work with clients to deliver planning solutions.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Report-writing skills

Interest in planning and development

Proactive approach

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related subject (RTPI accredited)

Job description

Graduate Town Planner - Private Planning Consultancy | Oxford | £24,000+

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for shaping the built environment? Do you want to kick-start your career in a supportive, fast-growing consultancy where your development truly matters?

We're working with a dynamic and forward-thinking independent planning consultancy based in Oxford currently looking to expand their team with the addition of a Graduate Town Planner.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate with a relevant RTPI‑accredited degree (or due to complete one) who's looking to join a collaborative team working on a diverse range of projects across residential, commercial, and mixed‑use sectors.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting senior planners with planning applications, appeals, and site appraisals
• Conducting research and policy analysis
• Preparing planning documents, reports, and client‑facing materials
• Attending site visits and supporting public consultation activities
• Working closely with private and public sector clients to deliver planning solutions

What We're Looking For:

• A degree (or near completion) in Town Planning or a related subject (RTPI accredited)
• Strong communication and report‑writing skills
• A genuine interest in planning and development
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn
• Previous work experience or placement in planning (desirable but not essential)

What's On Offer:

• Competitive salary: £24,000 - £28,000 depending on experience
• Full support toward APC and RTPI chartership
• Flexible working environment with hybrid options
• Excellent career progression within a growing consultancy
• Hands‑on mentorship from experienced professionals

This is a rare chance to join a company where your voice will be heard, your development will be prioritised, and you'll gain real project exposure from day one.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to launch your planning career with a firm that will invest in your future, send your CV today or get in touch for a confidential discussion on (phone number removed) and forward your CV to (url removed)