Job Title: Graduate Town Planner Location: Chester Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established multidisciplinary consultancy in their search for a Graduate Town Planner to join their team in Chester. This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Town Planner to begin their career within a respected consultancy, working across a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate will gain valuable hands-on experience and exposure to all stages of the planning process within a supportive and collaborative environment. THE ROLE As a Graduate Town Planner, you will support the delivery of planning projects from early-stage feasibility through to submission and determination. Working closely with experienced team members, you will develop your technical planning knowledge, client-facing skills, and understanding of the development process, building a strong foundation as a Graduate Town Planner within a professional consultancy environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Supporting the preparation and submission of planning applications * Assisting with site appraisals and feasibility assessments * Preparing planning statements and supporting documentation * Conducting planning policy research and analysis * Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders * Attending meetings, site visits, and consultations * Assisting with project coordination an...