Job Title: Assistant Town Planner
Location: Southend-on-Sea
Type: Permanent, Full-time
Are you looking to launch or develop your career in town planning with a supportive consultancy that works across some of the most interesting and varied projects in the sector? We're working with a multidisciplinary consultancy in Southend-on-Sea that is seeking an Assistant Town Planner to join its Planning team.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a business that specialises in planning, structural engineering, civil engineering, building regulations, and cladding remediation-giving you exposure to a wide range of disciplines and projects.
Why Apply?
Work with a dedicated, expert team simplifying planning and building processes for clients
Gain experience across residential, commercial, heritage, and conservation projects
Involvement in the full planning cycle - from feasibility studies and pre-app advice to applications and appeals
Training and support towards RTPI chartership
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities to collaborate with architects, builders, and developers on exciting projects
The Role
As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support the planning team on a variety of projects and gain experience in all aspects of the planning process. Responsibilities will include:
Preparing and assisting with planning applications and supporting documentation
Conducting research, feasibility studies, and site appraisals
Assisting with appeals, enforcement cases, and planning conditions
Supporting heritage and conservation planning work, including listed building consents
Engaging with local planning authorities, stakeholders, and clients
Assisting with site surveys and preparing reports to support applications
Providing planning advice to clients under the guidance of senior colleagues
About You
The ideal candidate will:
Hold a degree in Town Planning or a related discipline (RTPI accredited, or working towards accreditation)
Have some previous experience in planning (work placement, internship, or graduate role desirable)
Possess strong research, written, and communication skills
Be eager to learn, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks
Have an interest in heritage, conservation, and sustainable development
Demonstrate a proactive, positive attitude with a genuine interest in developing a planning career
This is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your career in planning within a supportive consultancy that offers exposure to a wide variety of projects and clients. If you're enthusiastic, ambitious, and ready to develop your skills as an Assistant Town Planner, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today for a confidential discussion.
How to Apply
To apply or find out more, please contact Sofia at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email sofia.conte