Graduate Town Planner in Leeds)

Penguin Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Planner to join their expanding team in Leeds. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your planning career within a dynamic and supportive environment. You'll work closely with a talented team on a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects, contributing to planning applications, appeals, and pre-application advice. The position provides comprehensive training, support towards accreditation, and a competitive salary alongside benefits. If you are proactive and passionate about planning, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Season ticket loans

Cycle to work scheme

Comprehensive training

Generous annual leave

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Degree in planning or equivalent required.
• Previous planning experience in public or private sector is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning applications and appeals.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders throughout the planning process.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Collaboration

Education

Degree accredited by RTPI

Job description

Assistant Planner

Location: Leeds

Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working in partnership with a leading UK multidisciplinary consultancy, to recruit an Assistant Planner for their expanding team in Leeds.

My client is renowned for delivering a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects across sectors such as large-scale mixed-use regeneration, infrastructure, residential, industrial & logistics, and commercial development.

As an Assistant Planner, you'll work closely with a talented team of planning professionals, contributing to a variety of planning applications, appeals, and pre-application advice. You'll also support in preparing local plan representations and engaging with clients and stakeholders throughout the planning process.

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your planning career within a dynamic and supportive environment. The role offers:

* A competitive salary with a discretionary bonus

* Private medical insurance

* Season ticket loans & cycle to work scheme

* Comprehensive training and CPD opportunities

* Full support towards RTPI and/or RICS accreditation

* Generous annual leave and a competitive pension scheme

What We're Looking For:

* A degree accredited by the RTPI (or equivalent)

* Previous planning experience in either the public or private sector ideal

* Solid understanding of the UK planning system

* Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills

* A proactive mindset and collaborative approach to work