Graduate / Assistant Town Planner

Overview

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to partner with a well-respected private sector organisation with a long-standing presence in the environmental and infrastructure sector. Renowned for its innovation, sustainability focus, and contributions to essential infrastructure projects, this company offers a dynamic and forward-thinking working environment from its Reading office.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Graduate / Assistant Town Planner to gain hands-on experience in a busy and collaborative planning team. The role provides a strong foundation for career development, with mentoring and support towards achieving RTPI chartership.

Responsibilities

As a Graduate / Assistant Town Planner, you will:

* Assist with the preparation and coordination of planning applications and supporting documentation.

* Undertake planning research and analysis to inform strategies.

* Liaise with local planning authorities, internal teams, and external consultants.

* Support the planning team on both operational and strategic planning matters.

* Work towards professional accreditation with full RTPI support.

You will play a key role in supporting projects related to waste management, infrastructure, and renewable energy, contributing to environmental sustainability and planning delivery.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

* A degree in Town Planning or a closely related discipline (RTPI accredited preferred).

* Strong communication, organisational, and analytical skills.

* A genuine interest in infrastructure and environmental planning.

* Previous planning experience or a placement (desirable but not essential).

* A positive attitude, team spirit, and eagerness to develop a career in planning.

Day-to-Day

Your daily activities will include:

* Collaborating with colleagues to prepare and submit planning applications.

* Conducting research to support planning strategies and decision-making.

* Engaging with local authorities and stakeholders to facilitate project approvals.

* Participating in team meetings and contributing to project discussions.

* Developing your professional skills and working towards RTPI chartership.

Benefits

This role offers:

* A competitive salary based on experience.

* Hybrid working and flexibility to support work-life balance.

* Full RTPI support and mentoring to achieve professional accreditation.

* A clear career development pathway with opportunities for progression.

* The chance to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects.

How to Apply