Assistant Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Assistant Planner - Exeter - Leading Regional Firm

Competitive Salary + Benefits Package + Hybrid working!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Planner to join a respected planning team based in Exeter. This role is ideal for someone early in their planning career, looking to grow and develop within a dynamic and supportive environment.

What's on Offer
This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly and knowledgeable team within a well-established firm with a strong regional presence. You'll benefit from professional mentoring, ongoing training, and the chance to work on a wide range of interesting and impactful projects. My client offers a competitive salary, impressive benefits package, and flexible, hybrid working options!

The Role
You'll be working closely with experienced planners on a broad range of rural, residential, and commercial projects across the South West. Day-to-day responsibilities will include assisting with site appraisals, preparing planning applications, supporting appeals, and conducting research into planning policy and legislation.

About You

1. A degree (or equivalent) in Town Planning or a related discipline.
2. Ideally 1+ years' experience in a Town Planning role.
3. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
4. Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
5. A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.
6. Ideally working towards RTPI accreditation (or interest in doing so).

Interested? For applications and more information regarding this opportunity, please send your up-to-date CV to Megan Field at or call (phone number removed).

Job Info

Job Title: Assistant Town Planner

Company: Penguin Recruitment

Location: Exeter

Posted: Apr 16th 2025

Closes: May 17th 2025

Sector: Construction

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time