Assistant Planner | Planner

Assistant Planner / Planner

Location:

Stevenage

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected and well-established planning consultancy in their search for an Assistant Planner / Planner to join their growing team.

This consultancy is known for delivering high‑quality planning advice across a diverse range of sectors, working with a long‑standing and loyal client base. With a strong reputation, a collaborative culture, and excellent staff retention, they offer a fantastic environment for planners looking to grow and progress.

The successful candidate will work on a wide variety of projects across multiple sectors. Day‑to‑day responsibilities will include:

• Assisting senior team members with planning applications of varying scales and complexity
• Preparing and contributing to Local Plan representations
• Conducting site appraisals
• Supporting appeal work
• Engaging with clients and helping maintain excellent working relationships

This role is ideal for someone seeking a clear progression path, increasing autonomy, and the chance to develop quickly within a supportive, professional team.

• 2+ years of planning experience (private or public sector)
• Strong communication and report‑writing skills
• Ability to manage workloads and work collaboratively
• A proactive and motivated approach to professional development

• Competitive salary
• Company pension scheme
• Performance‑related bonus
• Excellent opportunities for progression
• Supportive team culture with strong staff satisfaction
• Commitment to equal opportunities

Interested? For applications or more information regarding this opportunity, please send your up‑to‑date CV to Josh Jones.