Assistant Planner 1 year

Assistant Town Planner
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: Competitive + benefits

A leading UK property consultancy is seeking an Assistant Town Planner to join its established planning team based in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career planner to develop their expertise within a highly respected multidisciplinary environment, working on a diverse range of projects across the residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors.

The Role
As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support senior planners in delivering high-quality planning advice to a wide range of clients. You will gain exposure to the full planning process and play a key role in preparing and managing planning applications and supporting project delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals

• Undertaking planning policy research and site appraisals

• Preparing supporting planning statements and reports

• Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and clients

• Monitoring planning policy updates and legislative changes

• Supporting senior team members on a variety of development projects

About You

• Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or a related discipline

• Working towards or interested in pursuing RTPI accreditation

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent research and analytical abilities

• Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple tasks

• Some relevant planning experience (placement, internship, or consultancy experience desirable)

What's on Offer

• Exposure to high-profile development projects across the UK

• Support towards RTPI chartership

• Collaborative and supportive team environment

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Clear opportunities for professional development and career progression

This role would suit someone currently working in a planning consultancy, local authority, or a recent graduate with relevant experience who is looking to develop their career within a well-established and highly regarded planning team.