Assistant Town Planner

Location:

Chelmsford (CM2) – Essex, South East, United Kingdom

Salary:

£28000 – £35000 per annum

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Management & Executive Jobs

Advertiser:

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Job ID:

132686396

Posted On:

08 February 2026

Assistant Town Planner – Chelmsford
GBP, competitive salary + benefits
Leading Planning & Development Consultancy
Recruiting on behalf of our client

Are you an ambitious Assistant Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career? We’re partnering with a respected, design-led planning consultancy with a growing presence across the South East. Their Chelmsford team is expanding, and they’re now seeking a motivated Assistant Town Planner to join them.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse range of residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects while being supported by a friendly, collaborative planning team.

The Role

As an Assistant Town Planner, you will:

Support the preparation and submission of planning applications, appeals, and development appraisals
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Undertake site visits, research, and policy analysis
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Liaise with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders
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Assist senior colleagues on major and complex schemes
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Contribute to the overall growth and success of the Chelmsford office

About You

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

A relevant RTPI-accredited degree
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Ideally 6-24 months’ experience in a consultancy or local authority (though strong graduates will also be considered)
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
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A genuine passion for planning and the built environment

Full RTPI support is provided, and the company prides itself on offering clear progression, ongoing CPD, and a positive, modern working culture.

Why Apply?

Varied project exposure across the South East
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Supportive, knowledgeable team with strong mentoring
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Clear progression routes
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Flexible, modern working environment
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Competitive salary and benefits package

If you’re looking to grow your career in a consultancy that values creativity, collaboration, and professional development, we’d love to hear from you.

or find out more, please get in touch and we’ll arrange a confidential conversation.

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