Congleton
Engineering
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
23/07/2025
13/08/2025
Graduate Planner
Location: Congleton
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading land promoter in their search for a Graduate Planner to join their growing and well-respected planning team based in Congleton.
This is an exciting opportunity for a recent planning graduate with a passion for residential development and a keen eye for strategy to kickstart their career with a nationally recognised company. Our client specialises in securing planning permissions for major residential schemes across the UK, playing a key role in tackling the housing shortage.
As a Graduate Planner, you'll work alongside an experienced and supportive team of planning professionals, gaining hands-on experience in all aspects of the planning process - from site appraisals and planning applications to appeals and local plan representations.
What You'll Be Doing:
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Assisting in the preparation and submission of planning applications and supporting documents
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Researching planning policy and contributing to site promotion strategies
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Helping to prepare reports, planning statements, and appeal documentation
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Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders
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Supporting the planning team in the delivery of residential development projects
What We're Looking For:
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A degree (or working towards a postgraduate qualification) in Town Planning or a related subject
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A good understanding of the UK planning system
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Strong research and analytical skills
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Excellent written and verbal communication
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A team player with enthusiasm, initiative, and attention to detail
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A genuine interest in residential planning and strategic land promotion
Why Join?
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Work for a market leader in residential land promotion
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Learn from some of the best in the industry
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Real career development opportunities and RTPI support
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Collaborative team environment with structured training
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Competitive salary and benefits package
If you're looking to launch your career in planning and want to join a business where your contribution makes a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.