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Graduate Town Planner

Swindon
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Graduate Town Planner: Swindon

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for planning, placemaking, and sustainable development? We are currently representing a well-established and highly respected planning consultancy that is looking to recruit a Graduate Town Planner to join its growing team in Swindon.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate to launch their planning career with a supportive employer that offers structured training, mentorship, and clear progression opportunities.

The Role

As a Graduate Town Planner, you will work alongside experienced planning professionals on a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, mixed-use, and strategic development projects. You will gain exposure to all aspects of the planning process while developing your technical knowledge and professional skills.

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Key Responsibilities Will Include

  • Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications
  • Conducting planning research and policy reviews
  • Supporting the preparation of planning statements and reports
  • Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and stakeholders
  • Attending site visits and client meetings
  • Monitoring planning applications and policy developments

About You

To be considered, you should have:

  • A degree (or postgraduate qualification) in Town Planning or a related discipline
  • A genuine interest in the UK planning system and development sector
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational and analytical abilities
  • A proactive and enthusiastic approach to learning
  • Eligibility to work in the UK

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What's on Offer?

  • Competitive starting salary
  • Full support towards RTPI chartership
  • Structured training and mentoring
  • Exposure to a broad range of planning projects
  • Excellent career progression opportunities
  • Friendly and collaborative working environment
  • Comprehensive benefits package

This role would suit a recent graduate or someone with up to 12 months of planning experience looking to build a long-term career within a successful and growing planning consultancy.

For further information, contact Neil Ellerton at Penguin Recruitment on 365 108 or email for a confidential discussion.

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Skills

Town Planning
Placemaking
Sustainable Development
Planning Applications
Planning Research
Policy Review
Report Writing
Stakeholder Liaison
Site Visits
Analytical Abilities
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
Organizational Skills

Location

Swindon, England, United Kingdom

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