Overview
Job Title: Town Planner
Location: Lutterworth, Warwickshire
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a fast-growing and innovative property development and education business in their search for a Junior Town Planner to join their expanding team in Warwickshire.
About the Company
Our client represents a new generation of property development in the UK, combining education, strategic partnerships, and in-house delivery to support aspiring developers through every stage of the development process.
They work across a wide range of projects, including residential schemes in the South East, high-end homes in Central London, and large-scale commercial and infrastructure-led developments. Founded on entrepreneurial values and a strong growth mindset, the business has expanded rapidly over the past six months and has ambitious plans to further disrupt the UK SME development sector.
The Role
As a Junior Town Planner, you will support the planning team on a varied portfolio of live development projects. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career planner to gain hands-on experience in a commercial and fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications
* Supporting site appraisals and development feasibility studies
* Reviewing and analysing local and national planning policy
* Drafting planning statements and supporting documents
* Liaising with local planning authorities, consultants, and internal teams
* Maintaining accurate and well-organised project files
Candidate Requirements
* Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, or a related discipline
* RTPI-accredited degree preferred
* Strong interest in planning and the built environment
* Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail
* Ability to read and interpret drawings and plans
* Organised, motivated, and keen to develop within a growing business
Why Apply?
* Exposure to a diverse range of development projects
* Opportunity to grow within a rapidly expanding organisation
* Supportive, collaborative team environment
* Clear progression opportunities for ambitious early-career planners
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