Graduate Town Planner

Position: Graduate Town Planner (Permanent)
Graduate Planner

Location:

Cornwall

Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be working with an exciting planning consultancy, in recruiting a Graduate Planner to join their growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate to begin their planning career with a respected independent consultancy working across Cornwall and the South West. You will gain hands-on experience across a wide range of projects, supporting senior colleagues while developing your professional skills and working towards RTPI Chartership.

The Role

As a Graduate Planner, you will assist in delivering planning services across residential, commercial, rural, and mixed-use developments.

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications

Drafting planning statements and supporting documents

Undertaking site appraisals and planning policy research

Supporting pre-application enquiries and appeals

Liaising with local planning authorities, consultants, and clients

Attending site visits and meetings as required

Supporting general project coordination and administration

About You

The successful Graduate Planner will have:

A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline

An RTPI-accredited qualification (or working towards RTPI membership)

Strong research and analytical skills

Good understanding of the UK planning system

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

A proactive, enthusiastic, and team-oriented attitude

Why Apply?

Structured support towards RTPI Chartership

Exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects across Cornwall

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Clear progression opportunities within a growing consultancy

For more information on this Graduate Planner opportunity in Cornwall, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment