Graduate Town Planner - Shape Sustainable Growth

Arup; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and design consultancy in the UK seeks candidates for a town planning role. The successful candidate will prepare applications for statutory consents and provide planning policy advice. We're looking for innovative thinkers with a Bachelor's degree in town planning or a related field, who are motivated by sustainable development. Ideal candidates will be passionate about creating a better world and ready to tackle challenges. This position starts in September 2026 and does not offer visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Hold or are on track to achieve a Bachelor's degree in town planning or related degree.
• Completion of a Masters in a RTPI accredited course is ideal.
• A passion for sustainable development is key.

Responsibilities

• Prepare applications for statutory consents under the Town and County Planning Act.
• Provide planning policy advice and develop policy at local and national levels.
• Conduct research and develop evidence bases to support Local Plans.

Skills

Critical thinking

Passion for sustainable development

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in town planning or related degree (2.1 or above)

Master's degree in a RTPI accredited course

Job description

A leading engineering and design consultancy in the UK seeks candidates for a town planning role. The successful candidate will prepare applications for statutory consents and provide planning policy advice. We're looking for innovative thinkers with a Bachelor's degree in town planning or a related field, who are motivated by sustainable development. Ideal candidates will be passionate about creating a better world and ready to tackle challenges. This position starts in September 2026 and does not offer visa sponsorship.