Assistant Town Planner

Location:

Reading (RG30) – Berkshire, South East, United Kingdom

Salary:

£28000 – £32000 per annum + Plus Benefits

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Management & Executive Jobs

Advertiser:

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Job ID:

131455154

Posted On:

27 December 2024

Assistant Planner
Location: Reading
Full-Time Role
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

My client is a well-established planning consultancy based in Reading, is looking for an Assistant Planner with some experience to join their growing team. With a strong reputation for delivering effective planning solutions across a wide range of sectors, the company is seeking an enthusiastic and driven individual to support their planning work and help contribute to the success of exciting projects.

Role Overview:

As an Assistant Planner, you will be involved in a variety of planning projects, working closely with senior planners to assist in preparing applications, providing planning advice, and managing client relationships. This role offers the opportunity to build on your existing experience and develop your skills further in a supportive, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

* Assist in preparing and submitting planning applications, appeals, and pre-application inquiries.
* Conduct research and assist in the preparation of planning reports and appraisals.
* Support senior team members in managing client relationships and ensuring effective communication.
* Attend site visits and client meetings as required.
* Keep up to date with planning legislation and industry trends.
* Provide general planning support on a variety of projects.

Required Experience:

* A degree (or equivalent) in Town Planning or a related discipline.
* Some professional experience in planning, ideally within the private sector.
* Working towards or already a member of the RTPI.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What’s on Offer:

* A competitive salary, based on experience.
* Support for professional development and RTPI membership.
* A friendly, dynamic, and supportive team environment.
* A wide variety of exciting projects across different sectors.

Interested?

Contact Sofia Conte # or call # # We have many more vacancies available on our website.

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