Graduate Planner

Location: Shrewsbury

Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be working with an exciting property firm to recruit a Graduate Planner for their Shrewsbury office.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent planning graduate to begin their career with a respected and forward‑thinking consultancy. You will gain hands‑on experience across a wide range of projects, supporting senior colleagues while developing your technical knowledge and progressing towards RTPI Chartership.

The Role

As a Graduate Planner, you will assist in the preparation and delivery of planning work across residential, commercial, rural, and mixed‑use developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications
• Drafting planning statements and supporting documentation
• Undertaking site appraisals and planning policy research
• Supporting appeals and pre‑application enquiries
• Liaising with local planning authorities, consultants, and clients
• Attending site visits and meetings where required
• Supporting the team with general planning and project coordination tasks

About You

The successful Graduate Planner will have:

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline
• RTPI accredited qualification (or working towards RTPI membership)
• Strong research, analytical, and report‑writing skills
• Good knowledge of the UK planning system
• Excellent communication and organisational abilitiesA proactive, enthusiastic, and team‑oriented approach

Why Apply?

• Structured support towards RTPI Chartership
• Exposure to a varied and interesting project portfolio
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Clear pathway for career progression

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