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:
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Research and data collection
- gathering planning history, policy analysis, and site appraisals
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Drafting reports and documents
- supporting planning applications and appeals
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Monitoring planning applications and policies
- tracking updates relevant to client projects
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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
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A degree in
Town Planning
or a related subject
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Some
practical experience
(internship, placement, or assistant planner role preferred)
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Strong
research, analytical, and writing
skills
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Confidence in
working independently and meeting deadlines
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Good knowledge of the
UK planning system
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Excellent communication skills - written and verbal
What They Offer
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A
structured career development path
within an established consultancy
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The chance to
work closely with senior planners and directors
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Hybrid working
- with Mondays and Fridays from home
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Exposure to
a variety of residential, commercial, and industrial projects
Interested?
Contact Sofia Conte or call . We have many more vacancies available on our website.
This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position
