Graduate Town Planner

Graduate Town Planner

Location:

Milton Keynes

Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be working with an exciting in dependant consultancy, to recruit a Graduate Town Planner for their Milton Keynes office.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated planning graduate to begin their career with a nationally recognised planning and urban design consultancy. You will gain exposure to high-profile, strategic-scale developments and work alongside experienced planners, urban designers, and master planners on complex and rewarding projects.

The Role

As a Graduate Town Planner, you will support the delivery of planning work across large-scale residential, mixed-use, and strategic urban extension projects.

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting with the preparation of planning applications and supporting documentation

Undertaking planning policy research and site appraisals

Supporting the promotion of strategic land through the Local Plan process

Drafting planning statements and consultation responses

Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders

Attending meetings, workshops, and site visits

Supporting senior colleagues on appeals and complex planning strategies

About You

The successful Graduate Town Planner will have:

A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (RTPI accredited preferred)

A strong academic background

Excellent research, analytical, and written communication skills

A keen interest in strategic planning and placemaking

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

A proactive and collaborative approach

Why Apply?

Work on nationally significant and strategic projects

Structured support towards RTPI Chartership

Collaborative, design-led working environment

Clear progression opportunities within a respected consultancy

For further information on this Graduate Town Planner role in Milton Keynes, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment