Stevenage
Building, Construction
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
28/06/2025
19/07/2025
Assistant Planner / Planner - Town Planning Practice
Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive + performance-related bonus + pension
We are representing a long-established and award-winning planning and architecture practice, seeking to recruit an Assistant Planner or Planner to join their growing town planning team based in Stevenage.
This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional with at least two years of experience to join a well-regarded multidisciplinary team that delivers a wide variety of planning projects across multiple sectors. The role offers structured career progression, involvement in high-quality projects, and a supportive working environment with excellent staff retention.
About the Role
You will work alongside senior planners and architects on a range of projects of varying scale and complexity. Responsibilities will include:
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Preparing and submitting planning applications
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Assisting with Local Plan representations and policy reviews
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Undertaking site appraisals and planning assessments
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Supporting planning appeals and written representations
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Liaising with clients, consultants, and local planning authorities
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Contributing to the successful delivery of high-quality, client-focused outcomes
This role offers excellent development potential, including increasing responsibility and autonomy as your experience grows.
Candidate Profile
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At least 2 years of experience in a town planning role, ideally within a consultancy or local authority
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A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline (RTPI accredited preferred)
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Strong understanding of UK planning policy and application processes
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Excellent communication, report writing, and organisational skills
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A collaborative mindset with a proactive and professional approach
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Working towards or already holding RTPI chartership is desirable
What's on Offer
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Competitive salary, dependent on experience
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Performance-related bonus scheme
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Company pension scheme
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Supportive working environment with clear progression pathway
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Exposure to a variety of sectors and project types
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Long-term career prospects within an award-winning practice
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated planner looking to build on their early career within a respected and collaborative planning and design practice.
Interested?
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This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position