Graduate Town Planner in Chelmsford)

Penguin Recruitment; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in planning and development is looking for a Graduate Town Planner to join their dynamic team in Chelmsford. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects while gaining support for professional development and MRTPI accreditation. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Town Planning or related field and a passion for the planning industry.

Benefits

Supportive and dynamic environment for development

Clear progression pathways

Investment in professional training

Exposure to diverse projects and clients

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Town Planning, Geography, or related subject.
• Working towards MRTPI accreditation preferred.
• Previous experience in planning or property environment beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and submitting planning applications.
• Engaging in local plan representations.
• Undertaking site appraisals and research.
• Liaising with clients and local authorities.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Research skills

Education

Degree in Town Planning

Degree in Geography

Job description

Graduate Town Planner

Location: Chelmsford

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Sector: Planning & Development

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you a recent graduate in Town Planning or a related discipline, looking to kick-start your career with a forward-thinking and dynamic consultancy?

We are partnering with a fast-growing, independent planning and development consultancy with offices in Essex to recruit a Graduate Planner to join their collaborative and entrepreneurial team. With a growing portfolio of clients ranging from landowners and developers to local authorities, this is a fantastic opportunity to work on a wide variety of planning applications and strategic land projects across the South East.

The Role:

As a Graduate Planner, you will support senior team members in:

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Preparing and submitting planning applications

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Engaging in local plan representations

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Undertaking site appraisals and research

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Liaising with clients, local authorities and stakeholders

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Working across a variety of residential, commercial and rural development projects

This consultancy prides itself on being different - they reject the "one-size-fits-all" model and instead cultivate an environment that values diversity, individuality and innovation. The business fosters a non-hierarchical, team-driven culture where ideas are encouraged and people are invested in.

About You:

We're looking for someone who is:

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Degree-qualified in Town Planning, Geography, or a related subject

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Working towards (or interested in pursuing) MRTPI accreditation

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Passionate about the planning industry with a proactive, inquisitive mindset

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A confident communicator, both written and verbal

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Eager to contribute to a collaborative, modern planning team

Previous placement or work experience in a planning or property environment is beneficial but not essential.

What's on Offer:

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A supportive and dynamic environment where your development is a priority

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Exposure to a diverse range of projects and clients from day one

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Clear progression pathways and investment in professional training (including RTPI support)

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A chance to be part of a modern business redefining what a planning consultancy can be

If you're ready to build a career where your ideas are valued and your development is championed, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation to learn more.

Interested?

We have many more vacancies available on our website.

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