Assistant Planner / Town Planner in Bedford

Job Description Assistant Town Planner | St Neots | £28,000-£35,000 Penguin is proud to be working with a leading multidisciplinary property and consultancy business on an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Town Planner to join their established planning team based in St Neots. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planning professional looking to develop their career within a supportive consultancy environment, working across a varied portfolio of planning and development projects. You'll work alongside experienced planners and professionals, supporting projects from initial appraisals through to planning applications and delivery. Assist with planning appraisals for land, buildings and development opportunities. Undertake planning research and analysis. Prepare and support planning applications, pre-application enquiries and appeals. Assist with the preparation of planning statements and Design & Access Statements. Liaise with clients, local planning authorities and other professional consultants. Support the team with development management and strategic planning projects. Attend meetings, site visits and planning committees where required. Develop your understanding of planning policy and legislation. Work towards professional development and MRTPI accreditation with support from an experienced team. A relevant degree in Town Planning, Geography or a related discipline. Some previous experience within a planning consultancy, local authority or related environment is desirable. A good understanding of the UK planning system and current planning policy. A genuine ambition to develop a long-term career in town planning. The role offers the chance to gain exposure to a broad range of planning work while working alongside experienced professionals. Brown&Co's planning teams undertake work including planning appraisals, applications, appeals, development opportunities and client advice, with professional development and training forming an important part of the offering. The role also offers opportunities for professional development, ongoing training and progression, alongside a supportive and collaborative working environment.