Assistant Planner

Job Title:

Assistant Town Planner

Location:

Wareham

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning consultancy in their search for an Assistant Town Planner to join their team in Wareham.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Town Planner to join a growing consultancy, working across a varied portfolio of residential, commercial, rural, and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate will gain valuable hands‑on experience across all stages of the planning process within a supportive and collaborative environment.

As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support the delivery of planning projects from early‑stage feasibility through to submission and determination.

Working closely with senior team members, you will develop your technical planning knowledge, client‑facing skills, and understanding of the planning process, building a strong foundation as an Assistant Town Planner within a professional consultancy environment.

• Supporting the preparation and submission of planning applications
• Assisting with site appraisals and feasibility assessments
• Preparing planning statements and supporting documentation
• Conducting planning policy research and analysis
• Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders
• Attending meetings, site visits, and consultations
• Assisting with project coordination and administration
• Supporting senior team members on a range of planning projects

• RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
• Ideally some experience within a planning consultancy or similar environment
• Working towards MRTPI or keen to begin the process
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A proactive and motivated approach

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on a wide variety of planning projects
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Clear progression opportunities and support towards Chartership
• Ongoing professional development and training