Assistant Town Planner - Chelmsford Location: ChelmsfordSalary: £28,000-£35,000 + benefits
A respected and fast-growing planning consultancy (name withheld for confidentiality) is looking to appoint an enthusiastic Assistant Town Planner to join its successful Chelmsford team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated early-career planner - whether youre a recent graduate, part-way through your APC, or already working at Assistant level - to develop your skills within a supportive, high-performing environment.
The Role
As Assistant Town Planner, you will:
* Support senior colleagues on a wide range of planning applications, appraisals, and appeals
* Conduct research, prepare reports, and assist with client presentations
* Engage with local authorities, stakeholders, and project teams
* Contribute to site appraisals and policy analysis
* Progress your professional development toward chartership (RTPI support provided)
About You
Were looking for someone who is:
* Ideally educated to degree level in Town Planning or a related discipline
* Passionate about planning, with strong analytical and report-writing skills
* Keen to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility
* Confident communicating with clients and local authority officers
* Proactive, organised, and enthusiastic about contributing to a collaborative team
Why This Role?
* Join a consultancy known for its friendly culture and high-quality work
* Work on a diverse project portfolio across residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes
* Benefit from close mentorship and structured RTPI support
* Enjoy strong progression opportunities as the team continues to grow
If youre ready to take the next step in your planning career and want to join a supportive consultancy where you can truly develop, wed love to hear from you.
To apply or request a confidential conversation, please get in touch.