Graduate Planner

Graduate Town Planner – Cambridge

Location:

Cambridge

Salary: £27,000 – £32,000 (dependent on experience)

Contract:

Permanent, full-time

Are you an ambitious Graduate Town Planner looking to kickstart your career with a forward‑thinking consultancy working on some of the most exciting regeneration and development projects in the region?

We're working with a highly respected planning and development consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality, sustainable projects across the UK. Their Cambridge office is growing rapidly and is now seeking a motivated Graduate Town Planner to join their collaborative team.

You’ll be involved in a range of projects from day one – from major mixed‑use schemes and infrastructure developments to strategic urban extensions and town centre regeneration. The role offers excellent exposure to clients, local authorities, and multi‑disciplinary project teams, providing a solid foundation for your APC progression toward Chartered RTPI status.

• Supporting the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals.
• Assisting with policy analysis and development plan representations.
• Undertaking site appraisals, research, and report writing.
• Collaborating with architects, engineers, and environmental consultants on complex projects.
• Engaging with clients and stakeholders to deliver positive planning outcomes.

• A degree (and ideally a master's) in Town Planning or a related discipline accredited by the RTPI.
• Strong analytical, written, and communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and keen to learn within a supportive professional environment.
• A genuine interest in sustainable development and place‑making.

• Competitive starting salary and annual reviews.
• Full RTPI support and mentorship.
• Exposure to high‑profile, high‑impact projects.
• A friendly, inclusive office culture in central Cambridge.
• Opportunities for long‑term career growth within a well‑established consultancy.

If you’re passionate about shaping better places and ready to take your first step into the world of planning, we’d love to hear from you.