At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in planning applications and support senior planners on diverse projects.
- Company: Established planning consultancy in Winchester with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and excellent training opportunities.
- Other info: Clear career progression and support towards RTPI chartership.
- Why this job: Kickstart your planning career with real projects and mentorship from experienced professionals.
- Qualifications: Degree in Town Planning or related field; relevant experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 27450 - 33550 £ per year.
Location: Winchester
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an established and growing planning consultancy in the appointment of a Junior Town Planner to join their Winchester team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planning professional looking to build their career within a respected consultancy. You will gain exposure to a varied portfolio of planning and development projects, working alongside experienced planners and supporting clients throughout the planning process.
The Role
- Assist with the preparation and submission of planning applications.
- Undertake planning research, site appraisals and policy reviews.
- Support senior planners across a range of development projects.
- Assist with the preparation of planning statements, reports and supporting documents.
- Liaise with local planning authorities, consultants and other stakeholders.
- Monitor planning policies and emerging development plans.
- Assist with planning appeals and other development management matters.
- Support the delivery of projects from initial instruction through to completion.
- Develop your knowledge and experience across a diverse range of planning projects.
About You
- Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related subject.
- Ideally working towards MRTPI or keen to progress towards chartership.
- Able to demonstrate some relevant planning experience within consultancy, local government or a related environment.
- Proactive, organised and commercially aware.
- A confident communicator with strong written and analytical skills.
- Keen to develop their planning knowledge and professional career.
- Comfortable working independently while also contributing to a wider team.
- Ambitious and motivated to progress within a growing consultancy.
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
- Hybrid working.
- Excellent training and professional development opportunities.
- Support towards RTPI chartership.
- Exposure to a varied portfolio of planning and development projects.
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced planning professionals.
- Clear career progression opportunities.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
If you're a Junior Town Planner looking for an opportunity to develop your career within an established Winchester planning consultancy, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones.
Junior Town Planner in Winchester employer: Penguin Recruitment
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