Graduate Planner

Location: Alsager, Cheshire (with national remit)

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

Our client is a privately owned, family-run company, with a diverse portfolio covering residential, healthcare, office, leisure, employment, and retail property schemes. With 25 years of expertise in land promotion, planning, and development, they work collaboratively with local authorities, landowners, and end users to bring forward high-quality schemes that meet the evolving needs of local communities.

The company is a privately owned, multi-sector property development company with a national presence and a proven track record in residential, mixed-use, healthcare, retail, office, and industrial schemes. With a reputation for innovation and growth, they are offering an exciting Graduate Planner opportunity for a motivated and ambitious individual to join their team.

This placement or full-time role provides the ideal foundation for a career in land and planning, offering real responsibility from day one and exposure to all aspects of land acquisition and development promotion. You will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, supportive environment while working closely with experienced professionals who will mentor and support your development.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Supporting the land and planning team by assisting with the initial research and appraisal of new site opportunities.
• Maintaining and updating a Local Plan and Neighbourhood Plan tracker to monitor planning policy changes and key consultation dates.
• Monitoring Local Plan deadlines and supporting the submission of representations.
• Conducting planning application monitoring in key local authority areas.
• Helping ensure all key project documents are collated and available for each strategic site.
• Preparing materials for land and board meetings, including reports and project summaries.
• Assisting with the creation of project directories, capturing agent, landowner, solicitor, and consultant information.
• Managing general office duties including incoming calls and team support as required.
• Contributing to the organisation and delivery of strategic land team objectives through administrative and project-based support.

Skills And Qualifications:

• Proactive and organised, with strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Enthusiastic and reliable, demonstrating flexibility and common sense in a team environment.
• Eager to learn, with a genuine interest in the property and planning industry.
• Strong in communication, both written and verbal, with the ability to prepare and present information clearly.
• Collaborative, working well within a close-knit team to deliver shared objectives.
• Technically capable, with confidence using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree (or working towards one) in an RTPI-accredited town planning course or related discipline.
• A basic understanding of the UK planning system.
• Strong numeric and written skills.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.

Why Join Them?

• Gain practical, hands-on experience in a respected property business.
• Work directly with senior professionals in a supportive and fast-moving environment.
• Build your career foundation in land, planning, and development.
• Take on real responsibility and varied tasks that offer professional growth.
• Enjoy a collaborative culture with opportunities to develop long-term career pathways within the company.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 37.5-hour week; Full-time permanent role
• Early finish on Fridays
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension contributions and incentive package
• Free on-site parking at their office
• Long service awards including additional holidays
• Pet-friendly office

If you feel you are a suitable candidate, please apply accordingly.