Location
Cambridge
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
07/08/2026
Closing date
28/08/2026
Job Title: Graduate Town Planner
Location: Cambridge
Penguin Recruitment are working with a well-established and growing multidisciplinary property and planning consultancy who are looking to appoint a Graduate Town Planner to join their Cambridge team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Town Planning graduate looking to take their first step into consultancy, working alongside experienced planners on a varied portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, rural and mixed-use development.
The Role:
* Assist with the preparation of planning applications, appeals and planning statements
* Undertake planning research, policy reviews and site appraisals
* Support the preparation of planning appraisals and development proposals
* Assist with Design and Access Statements and other supporting documents
* Help manage planning applications and monitor outcomes
* Attend site visits, client meetings and planning committees
* Assist with community engagement and consultation exercises
* Work closely with wider teams across planning, development, architecture and urban design
* Gain exposure to projects from initial appraisal through to delivery
The Ideal Candidate:
* A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline, ideally RTPI accredited
* A genuine interest in developing a career within planning consultancy
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Good research and analytical abilities
* A proactive and commercially aware approach
* Able to work effectively as part of a wider team
* Previous planning experience is beneficial but not essential
What's on offer?
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Structured graduate training and development
* Support towards professional development and RTPI Chartership
* Exposure to a broad range of planning and development projects
* Excellent long-term career progression
* Hybrid and flexible working
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
Interested?