Graduate Planner Location: Reading Salary: Competitive Benefits Are you a recent graduate with a passion for town planning and an eagerness to develop your career within a leading consultancy? My client, a well-established and highly respected planning consultancy, is seeking a motivated Graduate Planner to join their dynamic team. About the Company With over 50 years of experience, my client provides high-quality, bespoke planning advice and support to property developers, private landowners, and individuals across the UK. Specialising in residential and mixed-use projects, they have a proven track record of navigating complex and often challenging planning scenarios to deliver successful outcomes. Their services include: Site appraisals and land searches Planning strategy development Pre-application submissions and negotiations Planning applications and appeals Expert witness services Development plan promotions Housing land supply advice EIA screening and scoping advice The Role As a Graduate Planner, you will: Assist in preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals. Conduct research and site appraisals to support planning strategies. Liaise with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders. Support the team in negotiating planning permissions. Stay up to date with planning policies and regulations. What They're Looking For A degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field (RTPI accredited preferred). Strong analytical and research skills with a keen eye for detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A proactive and enthusiastic approach to problem-solving. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. A genuine interest in shaping the built environment. Why Join? Mentorship & Career Growth: Work alongside experienced Chartered Town Planners with a wealth of knowledge and expertise. Exciting Projects: Gain hands-on experience in diverse and challenging projects across the UK. Support for RTPI Chartership: A clear pathway to professional accreditation and career progression. Flexible Working Options: They offer a supportive and flexible working environment. Competitive Salary & Benefits: Including professional development opportunities and industry networking. Interested? Contact Sofia Conte (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position