Assistant Town Planner

Assistant Town Planner

Full-Time 29000 - 32000 £ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Assist in planning applications and manage your own projects with team support.
  • Company: Growing planning consultancy in Bedfordshire with a supportive team culture.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and professional development support.
  • Other info: Great opportunity for career growth and RTPI progression.
  • Why this job: Join a collaborative team and work on diverse planning projects that make a difference.
  • Qualifications: 1-3 years of planning experience and strong communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 29000 - 32000 £ per year.

Assistant Town Planner
Location: Bedfordshire
Salary: £29,000 - £32,000 DOE
Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2-3 days per week in the office

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Planner to join a growing planning consultancy based in Bedfordshire.

Our client is looking to bring in someone at Assistant Planner level who is keen to develop their career within a supportive and experienced team.

Working as part of a close-knit team of five, you will gain exposure to a broad range of planning projects and be given the opportunity to take ownership of your workload while receiving guidance and support from senior colleagues when needed.

The Role

  • Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications.
  • Undertaking planning research and policy reviews.
  • Preparing reports, supporting statements, and planning appraisals.
  • Liaising with local authorities, clients, and other stakeholders.
  • Managing your own workload and progressing projects with appropriate support from the wider team.

About You

  • Approximately 1-3 years' planning experience gained within either the public or private sector.
  • Working towards professional chartership (RTPI) but not yet fully chartered.
  • Able to work independently and proactively, managing tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
  • Ideally located within reasonable commuting distance of Sharnbrook, with candidates from areas such as Bedford, St Albans, Cambridge, and surrounding locations encouraged to apply.
  • What's on Offer
  • Salary of £29,000 - £32,000 depending on experience.
  • Hybrid working arrangement with 2-3 days per week in the office.
  • Support towards continued professional development and RTPI progression.
  • Opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • Exposure to a varied and interesting project portfolio.
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Assistant Town Planner employer: The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited

As an Associate Director at our consultancy in Leeds, you'll join a dynamic and supportive work culture that values autonomy and collaboration. We offer excellent employee growth opportunities, including mentorship for junior colleagues and the chance to shape the future of our Leeds presence. With a focus on building strong client relationships and a commitment to professional development, this role provides a meaningful and rewarding career path in a vibrant regional market.

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Contact Details:

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Assistant Town Planner

Planning Experience
Report Writing
Policy Review
Stakeholder Liaison
Project Management
Communication Skills
Independent Working