Assistant Town Planner

Assistant Town Planner - Oxford Confidential Independent Planning Consultancy External Recruitment Campaign

A respected, design-conscious independent planning consultancy-kept confidential at this stage-is seeking an Assistant Town Planner to join their growing Oxford team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate or early-career planner to work closely with experienced professionals on a wide variety of projects across the region.

The firm is known for its high-quality work, personable culture, and strong reputation for delivering intelligent planning solutions in sectors including residential, rural, heritage, mixed-use, and commercial development.

The Role

As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support senior colleagues in delivering planning advice, preparing application material, and helping manage projects from early-stage feasibility through to determination.

Your responsibilities will typically include:

• Preparing planning statements, supporting documents, and application submissions
• Conducting research and site appraisals to assess development potential
• Assisting with policy review, planning history checks, and evidence gathering
• Liaising with local authorities, clients, and consultants
• Supporting senior staff with appeals, public consultations, and reporting
• Helping to maintain project files...