Assistant Planner

Birmingham

Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be supporting a close-knit Planning Consultancy in Birmingham who are currently seeking a dedicated and motivated Assistant Planner to join their dynamic planning team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with a passion for planning and a desire to grow within a professional environment, while working on an exciting pipeline of work across industrial, residential, education, retail, leisure and more!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and submission of planning applications.
• Support senior planning staff in the coordination and management of various planning projects.
• Conduct research and analysis to inform planning strategies and proposals.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth communication throughout the planning process.
• Contribute to the preparation of reports, planning applications, and other relevant documents.

Key Requirements:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of planning policy and procedures is desirable but not essential.
• A proactive attitude with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience in a planning-related role, public or private sector.

What's On Offer?

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• The chance to work on a wide variety of exciting planning projects.

Interested?

For applications and more information regarding this opportunity, please send your up-to-date CV to Megan Field at or call .