Assistant Planner

Job Title: Assistant Town Planner Location: Reading Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning consultancy in their search for an Assistant Town Planner to join their team in Reading. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Town Planner to develop their career within a growing consultancy, working across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience across all stages of the planning process within a supportive and collaborative environment. THE ROLE As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support the delivery of planning projects from early-stage feasibility through to submission and determination. Working closely with senior team members, you will develop your technical knowledge, planning expertise, and client-facing skills, building a strong foundation as an Assistant Town Planner within a professional and dynamic team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Supporting the preparation and submission of planning applications * Assisting with site appraisals and feasibility assessments * Preparing planning statements and supporting documentation * Conducting planning policy research and analysis * Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders * Attending meetings, site visits, and consultations * Assisting with project coordination and administration WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR * RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline * Ideally some experience within a planning consultancy or similar environment * Working towards MRTPI or keen to begin the process * Strong understanding of the UK planning system * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Strong organisational skills and attention to detail * A proactive and motivated approach WHAT'S ON OFFER * Competitive salary and benefits package * Opportunity to work on a wide range of planning projects * Supportive and collaborative team environment * Clear progression opportunities and support towards Chartership * Ongoing professional development Interested? Contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email at