Graduate Town Planner

Graduate Town Planner

Location:

Northampton

Salary:
Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Are you a recent RTPI-accredited graduate looking to kick‑start your career in Town Planning with a highly respected multidisciplinary consultancy?

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be representing an established and growing property consultancy that is looking to appoint a Graduate Town Planner to join its successful Northampton team. This is an outstanding opportunity to receive first‑class mentoring, gain exposure to a wide variety of planning projects, and build a long‑term career towards MRTPI status.

You'll become part of a collaborative planning team working alongside experienced planners, surveyors, architects and other property professionals. The role offers exposure to a broad mix of projects across the residential, commercial and rural sectors, giving you the chance to develop a well‑rounded planning career from day one. The consultancy places a strong emphasis on professional development and has an excellent track record of supporting graduates through their RTPI pathway.

• Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications.
• Supporting senior planners on a diverse range of planning projects.
• Undertaking planning policy research and site appraisals.
• Preparing planning statements and supporting reports.
• Liaising with local planning authorities, clients and external consultants.
• Attending client meetings and site visits.
• Assisting with planning appeals and wider development projects.

• RTPI‑accredited degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and research abilities.
• A genuine passion for planning and the built environment.
• Organised, proactive and eager to learn.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

• Competitive salary.
• Structured graduate training programme.
• Full support towards MRTPI Chartership.
• Hybrid and agile working.
• Private healthcare.
• Enhanced holiday allowance.
• Pension scheme.
• Regular social events.
• Clear career progression within a growing planning team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established consultancy with an outstanding reputation, working on exciting planning projects while developing your career within a supportive and friendly environment.

For applications and more information, please contact:

Neil Ellerton

Penguin Recruitment