Graduate Town Planner in Exeter)

Penguin Recruitment; Exeter; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Long Service Awards

Dedicated graduate training and PD

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Graduate Town Planner in Exeter to join a well-established planning consultancy. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience across a varied portfolio and exposure to residential, commercial, rural and heritage projects.

The ideal candidate will have a Masters in Town Planning (RTPI-accredited), strong communication, and a desire to develop professionally within planning policy and development management. Training will be provided.

Qualifications

• A Masters in Town Planning, ideally RTPI-accredited.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Proactive, motivated and eager to develop professionally.
• Interest in planning policy and development management.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning statements, appraisals and supporting documents.
• Undertake planning policy research and analysis.
• Assess and appraise new development opportunities.
• Prepare and submit planning applications.
• Assist with planning appeals and related documentation.
• Support management of planning applications from submission to determination.
• Liaise with authorities, clients and other consultants.
• Attend site visits, client meetings and relevant committees.

Education

Masters in Town Planning (RTPI-accredited)

Job description

Graduate Town Planner

Location: Exeter

Salary: £27-30,000

A well-established and experienced planning consultancy is seeking a Graduate Town Planner to join its team in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Planning graduate to gain hands‑on experience across a varied portfolio of planning projects, working alongside experienced planning professionals and supporting clients throughout the planning and development process. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their technical planning knowledge, strengthen their professional skills and gain valuable exposure to a broad range of projects, including residential, commercial, rural and heritage schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of planning statements, planning appraisals and supporting documents
• Undertake planning policy research and analysis
• Assist with assessing and appraising new development opportunities
• Support the preparation and submission of planning applications
• Assist with planning appeals and associated documentation
• Help manage planning applications from submission through to determination
• Liaise with local planning authorities, clients and other consultants
• Monitor application progress and assist with responding to consultee and local authority comments
• Assist with coordinating information from architects and specialist consultants
• Participate in site visits and client meetings
• Attend planning committees and other relevant meetings where appropriate
• Assist with community engagement and consultation activities
• Support the preparation of fee proposals and project scopes
• Develop an understanding of planning strategy, development management and the wider planning process

About the Candidate

• A Masters in Town Planning, ideally RTPI-accredited
• A genuine interest in town planning and a strong desire to develop a career within the profession
• Previous planning experience, such as a placement or internship, would be advantageous but is not essential
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good research, analytical and organisational skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• A proactive, motivated and ambitious approach to professional development
• An interest in planning policy, development management and the wider development process
• A willingness to learn, take responsibility and develop professionally

Benefits

• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Dedicated graduate training and professional development
• Flexible working options considered
• Full-time, permanent position
• Broad exposure to residential, commercial, rural and heritage planning projects

I look forward to hearing from you soon.