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Town Planner

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Posted on Jun 11, 2026 by CV-Library
Reigate, Surrey, United Kingdom
Consultancy
Immediate Start
£35k - £42k Annual
Full-Time
Job Tile: Town Planner

Location: Reigate

About the Company

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a care and residential developer with a strong track record in delivering high-quality residential and mixed-use schemes across the UK. The organisation operates across the full development lifecycle, from early land promotion through to planning consent and delivery, working collaboratively with landowners, consultants, and local authorities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Graduate or Assistant Town Planner with at least 1 year of relevant experience to join a dynamic and commercially focused planning team, and further develop their career within a developer-led environment.

The Role

As a Town Planner, you will support the planning team in delivering a diverse portfolio of development projects, primarily within residential and mixed-use sectors. You will gain exposure to strategic land promotion, planning applications, and development feasibility work, contributing directly to projects shaping the built environment.

This is a hands-on role offering excellent career progression, mentorship, and the opportunity to work closely with senior planners and development professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation, submission, and management of planning applications and pre-application enquiries
Undertake site appraisals, planning policy research, and development feasibility assessments
Support the preparation of planning statements, reports, and supporting documentation
Liaise with local planning authorities, consultants, and external stakeholders
Assist in the promotion of strategic land opportunities
Attend site visits, client meetings, and stakeholder consultations
Monitor planning applications and contribute to appeals where required
Maintain accurate project records and support general project coordinationAbout You

Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
1+ year experience in a planning role (developer, consultancy, or local authority)
Strong understanding of the UK planning system and policy framework
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage workload effectively and work both independently and as part of a team
Commercial awareness and an interest in residential and development-led planning
Working towards (or willingness to work towards) RTPI chartership is desirableWhat's on Offer

Opportunity to work within a leading development-focused planning environment
Exposure to high-profile residential and mixed-use schemes
Structured career development and RTPI support
Collaborative and supportive team culture
Hybrid working options (role dependent)
Competitive salary and benefits package

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet suitable candidates ASAP. If you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Reference: 225238957

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Town Planner

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Posted on Jun 11, 2026 by CV-Library

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Reigate, Surrey, United Kingdom
Consultancy
Immediate Start
£35k - £42k Annual
Full-Time
Job Tile: Town Planner

Location: Reigate

About the Company

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a care and residential developer with a strong track record in delivering high-quality residential and mixed-use schemes across the UK. The organisation operates across the full development lifecycle, from early land promotion through to planning consent and delivery, working collaboratively with landowners, consultants, and local authorities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Graduate or Assistant Town Planner with at least 1 year of relevant experience to join a dynamic and commercially focused planning team, and further develop their career within a developer-led environment.

The Role

As a Town Planner, you will support the planning team in delivering a diverse portfolio of development projects, primarily within residential and mixed-use sectors. You will gain exposure to strategic land promotion, planning applications, and development feasibility work, contributing directly to projects shaping the built environment.

This is a hands-on role offering excellent career progression, mentorship, and the opportunity to work closely with senior planners and development professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation, submission, and management of planning applications and pre-application enquiries
Undertake site appraisals, planning policy research, and development feasibility assessments
Support the preparation of planning statements, reports, and supporting documentation
Liaise with local planning authorities, consultants, and external stakeholders
Assist in the promotion of strategic land opportunities
Attend site visits, client meetings, and stakeholder consultations
Monitor planning applications and contribute to appeals where required
Maintain accurate project records and support general project coordinationAbout You

Degree qualified in Town Planning or a related discipline
1+ year experience in a planning role (developer, consultancy, or local authority)
Strong understanding of the UK planning system and policy framework
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage workload effectively and work both independently and as part of a team
Commercial awareness and an interest in residential and development-led planning
Working towards (or willingness to work towards) RTPI chartership is desirableWhat's on Offer

Opportunity to work within a leading development-focused planning environment
Exposure to high-profile residential and mixed-use schemes
Structured career development and RTPI support
Collaborative and supportive team culture
Hybrid working options (role dependent)
Competitive salary and benefits package

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet suitable candidates ASAP. If you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
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Reference: 225238957

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