Job Description
Assistant Town Planner
Location: Flexible / Hybrid Working AvailableSalary: Competitive + Benefits
Are you an ambitious planning professional looking to take the next step in your career with a highly respected planning and development consultancy?
Our client is seeking an Assistant Town Planner to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a genuine passion for planning to work on a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, infrastructure, and strategic land sectors.
Working alongside experienced planning professionals, you will gain exposure to all stages of the planning process while developing your technical expertise and professional network within a supportive and collaborative environment.
The Role
As an Assistant Town Planner, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of planning advice and applications for a wide range of clients. Responsibilities will include:
* Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications, appeals and representations.
* Conducting planning policy research and site appraisals.
* Preparing planning statements and supporting documentation.
* Monitoring planning applications and liaising with local authorities and stakeholders.
* Supporting senior planners with project management and client communications.
* Attending client meetings, public consultations and site visits.
* Keeping up to date with planning legislation, policy changes and industry developments.
About You
To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally have:
* A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
* Working towards or keen to pursue MRTPI accreditation.
* Previous planning experience gained through a consultancy, local authority, or relevant placement.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* A proactive and enthusiastic approach to learning and professional development.
* Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
What's on Offer?
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
* Structured career progression and professional development support.
* Exposure to high-profile and varied planning projects.
* Support towards MRTPI qualification.
* A collaborative and friendly working environment.
* Opportunities to work alongside leading planning and development professionals.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an Assistant Town Planner seeking to develop their career within a well-established and growing consultancy that is committed to investing in its people.
To find out more or apply in confidence, please get in touch today.