Assistant Town Planner

Location: South East England (hybrid working available)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + benefits

An established and growing property development consultancy is looking to appoint an Assistant Town Planner to join its planning team. The business works on a range of residential and specialist development projects across the UK and operates a collaborative, multi-disciplinary model, bringing planning, design and development expertise together in-house.

This role would suit an early-career planning professional seeking hands-on experience across the planning process within a supportive and commercially focused environment.

Reporting to senior members of the planning team, the successful candidate will assist in the delivery of planning services across a varied project portfolio. Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the preparation, submission and management of planning applications

• Undertaking planning research, site appraisals and policy reviews

• Supporting the preparation of planning statements and supporting documentation

• Liaising with local planning authorities, consultants and clients

• Assisting with pre-application discussions, appeals and Local Plan representations

• Attending site visits and meetings where required

This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to projects from early feasibility through to determination.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline (RTPI-accredited or working towards accreditation preferred)

• Some experience or exposure to planning, either through consultancy, local authority, placements or internships

• A good understanding of the UK planning system and planning policy

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• A proactive, organised approach and the ability to work well as part of a team

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Support towards professional development and RTPI progression

• Exposure to a varied portfolio of development projects

• A collaborative working environment with hybrid working options

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to discuss it in more detail, please apply with your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation. Call Neil Ellerton of Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed)