Birmingham
Building, Construction
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
16/03/2025
06/04/2025
Graduate Town Planner - Birmingham
A leading planning, architecture, and master planning consultancy is looking for a Graduate Town Planner to join its Birmingham office. This is a great opportunity for a graduate with some industry experience or an Assistant Planner looking to develop their career.
The Role
You will play a supporting role to directors, assisting with a variety of planning tasks, including:
* Research and data collection - gathering planning history, policy analysis, and site appraisals
* Drafting reports and documents - supporting planning applications and appeals
* Monitoring planning applications and policies - tracking updates relevant to client projects
* Client and stakeholder engagement - liaising with local authorities and preparing representations
The role requires a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently, especially as Mondays and Fridays are work-from-home days. You should be confident managing tasks remotely and responding efficiently to director requests.
Requirements
* A degree in Town Planning or a related subject
* Some practical experience (internship, placement, or assistant planner role preferred)
* Strong research, analytical, and writing skills
* Confidence in working independently and meeting deadlines
* Good knowledge of the UK planning system
* Excellent communication skills - written and verbal
What They Offer
* A structured career development path within an established consultancy
* The chance to work closely with senior planners and directors
* Hybrid working - with Mondays and Fridays from home
* Exposure to a variety of residential, commercial, and industrial projects
Interested?
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This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position