Graduate Town Planner in Winchester)

Penguin Recruitment; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent planning consultancy in Winchester is seeking a Graduate Town Planner to develop their career in a supportive environment. The role involves assisting with planning applications and supporting senior planners on live projects, with full support towards RTPI membership. Ideal for enthusiastic graduates interested in gaining broad experience in planning across various sectors.

Benefits

Full support towards RTPI chartership

Tailored career development and mentorship

Flexible/hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or working towards a degree in Town Planning.
• Some work experience in planning or property is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and submitting planning applications, appeals, and site appraisals.
• Support the team in promoting land through the Local Plan process.
• Conduct research on planning policy and site history.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Good organisational skills

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related subject

Job description

Graduate Town Planner - Independent Planning Consultancy

Location: Winchester (with hybrid/flexible working)

Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Are you a recent graduate in Town Planning or a related discipline, looking to kickstart your career in a friendly, expert-led consultancy? We are working with an established, independent planning firm based in Winchester, known for providing trusted advice and strategy to clients across the UK.

Founded nearly a decade ago, the firm has built a strong reputation in residential, care, town centre and commercial development sectors. They offer a full range of planning services including planning applications, site promotions, pre-application advice, appeals, and strategic land assessments.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to develop broad experience across the planning process while working closely with senior professionals on live client projects from day one.

The Role

As a Graduate Planner, you will:

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Assist with preparing and submitting planning applications, appeals, and site appraisals

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Support the team in promoting land through the Local Plan process

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Conduct research on planning policy and site history

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Help prepare written statements and reports for clients and planning authorities

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Attend site visits, client meetings and local authority consultations

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Be supported towards RTPI licentiate membership and chartership

About You

To succeed in this role, you should have:

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A degree in Town Planning or a closely related subject (or working towards one)

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Strong written and verbal communication skills

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A genuine interest in the UK planning system and development industry

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Good organisational skills and attention to detail

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A proactive and positive attitude with a willingness to learn

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Some work experience (internship, placement or part-time role) in planning or property is desirable but not essential

What's on Offer

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Full support towards RTPI chartership

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Tailored career development and mentorship from experienced planners

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Exposure to a wide range of planning work across multiple sectors

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A welcoming, collaborative and professional working environment

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Competitive salary and benefits package

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Flexible/hybrid working options