Job reference
254776_1786546824
Company Name
Salary
£27000 - £30000 per annum + Company Benefits
Location
Cambridge
Industry sector
Building, Construction
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
12/08/2026
Closing date
02/09/2026
Graduate Town Planner
Location: Cambridge
Salary: £27-30,000
Are you a recent Planning graduate ready to take the next step in your career with an established and experienced planning team?
I'm currently recruiting for a Graduate Town Planner opportunity in Cambridge, offering an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a varied portfolio of planning projects. You'll work closely with experienced planners, develop your technical knowledge and professional skills, and benefit from a structured graduate training programme designed to support your long-term career development.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist with the preparation of planning statements and planning appraisals
* Support the delivery of a range of planning projects, including larger and more complex schemes
* Prepare and submit planning applications and appeals
* Assist clients throughout the planning and development process
* Assess and appraise new development opportunities
* Undertake planning policy research and analysis
* Assist with the preparation of Design and Access Statements where appropriate
* Manage a variety of planning applications and monitor progress and outcomes
* Support community engagement and consultation activities
* Attend planning committee meetings and public examinations
* Participate in site visits and client meetings
* Assist with preparing fee proposals and project scopes
About You
* A degree in Town Planning or a related subject, ideally RTPI-accredited
* A clear interest in town planning and a genuine desire to develop a career in the sector
* Previous planning experience would be advantageous but is not essential
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Good organisational skills and attention to detail
* Comfortable working collaboratively within a team
* A proactive, motivated and ambitious approach to professional development
* Transferable skills and relevant experience are encouraged, and we welcome applications from candidates who may not meet every requirement
Benefits
* 25 days' annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year up to 28 days after 3 years' service
* Life Assurance at 4x basic salary
* Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave
* Holiday Buy Back Scheme
* Long Service Awards
* Westfield Health Cashplan
* 1 paid volunteering day each year for a charity of your choice
* Dedicated internal graduate training programme
* Hybrid working
* Flexible working options considered
* Full-time, permanent opportunity
I look forward to hearing from you soon.