Town Planner in Brentwood)

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

Job summary

A planning consultancy is seeking a Town Planner to join its Brentwood office. Ideal for candidates with 1-3 years' experience, this role includes preparing planning applications and collaborating with clients and local authorities. The company offers career progression and flexible working in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Competitive salary/benefits

Career progression

Qualifications

• Degree (and ideally a master's) in Town Planning or related field.
• Working towards or achieved MRTPI status.
• Sound understanding of the UK planning system.

Responsibilities

• Supporting preparation and submission of planning applications.
• Assisting with planning statements and site assessments.
• Conducting policy research and pre-application advice.

Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Detail-oriented Mindset

Education

Degree in Town Planning

MRTPI Status

Job description

Town Planner

Location: Brentwood

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a successful and growing planning consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their team based in Brentwood.

Our client is an established, design-led planning and development practice working on a wide range of exciting residential and mixed-use schemes across the South East. They work with a diverse client base including developers, landowners, architects and investors, providing high-quality advice and securing successful outcomes through the planning system.

This is an ideal opportunity for a Town Planner with around 1-3 years of experience (either in the private or public sector) looking to take the next step in their career. You'll work closely with senior team members on a range of planning applications, site appraisals, and appeals, while also supporting on strategic planning and client engagement.

What You'll Be Doing:

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Supporting on the preparation and submission of planning applications

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Assisting with planning statements, design and access statements, and site assessments

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Conducting policy research and contributing to pre-application advice

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Working closely with clients, consultants and local authorities

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Attending site visits and public consultations

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Representing the business at meetings and networking events

What We're Looking For:

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A degree (and ideally a master's) in Town Planning or related field

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Working towards or recently achieved MRTPI status

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A sound understanding of the UK planning system

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Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

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Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

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A proactive and detail-oriented mindset

Why Join?

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Supportive and close-knit team environment

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Hands-on experience across a varied and exciting project portfolio

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Real career progression and mentorship from experienced professionals

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Flexible working and competitive salary/benefits

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Opportunity to develop your planning career in a dynamic consultancy setting

If you are a Town Planner ready to grow your experience in a creative, collaborative and commercially focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.