Job Title: Graduate / Assistant Planner
Location: Flexible, Sheffield or Bedford (Hybrid)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
The Opportunity
A leading, employee-owned multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Graduate or Assistant Planner to join its growing Research & Analysis team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to develop their expertise in planning, socio-economic research, and data analysis while working on high-profile projects across the UK.
You'll be joining a well-established planning-led practice that delivers tailored advice across the development sector, working collaboratively with specialists in planning, urban design, infrastructure, sustainability, and environmental services.
The Role
This role sits within a specialist Research & Analysis team supporting a wide range of planning projects across both private and public sectors. Key responsibilities include:
Supporting planning applications, appeals, and local plan work
Conducting demographic, housing, employment, and socio-economic analysis
Contributing to housing land supply assessments and needs studies
Assisting with evidence preparation for Local Plan Examinations and Planning Appeals
Preparing clear, concise reports and presenting findings to internal teams and clients
Working collaboratively across multidisciplinary project teamsYou'll gain exposure to nationally significant planning issues, including housing delivery, Green Belt policy, and economic development.
About You
This role would suit a recent graduate or early-career professional with a background in planning, economics, geography, or a related discipline. You'll bring:
Strong analytical and numerical skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel and data handling capability
Ability to interpret and present complex data clearly
Excellent written communication skills
High attention to detail and a methodical approachDesirable (but not essential):
Town Planning qualification or relevant experience
Experience in socio-economic research
Knowledge of GIS or programming tools
Understanding of UK planning policyWhat's on Offer
Hybrid and flexible working (core hours model)
Private healthcare
Life assurance
Pension scheme (including salary sacrifice options)
Cycle to work scheme
Professional subscription support
Enhanced family leave policies
Structured CPD programme with internal and external training
Clear career progression within a supportive, collaborative environmentCulture & Values
As an employee-owned business, people are at the heart of everything this organisation does. There is a strong focus on:
Professional development and continuous learning
Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity
Health, wellbeing, and work-life balance
Delivering positive social and environmental impactIf interested in this position, but perhaps would like to find out more before formally applying, please contact Taylor Smith at Calibre Search Manchester.
Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business