Assistant Planner
Birmingham
Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be supporting a close-knit Planning Consultancy in Birmingham who are currently seeking a dedicated and motivated Assistant Planner to join their dynamic planning team.
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with a passion for planning and a desire to grow within a professional environment, while working on an exciting pipeline of work across industrial, residential, education, retail, leisure and more!
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation and submission of planning applications.
- Support senior planning staff in the coordination and management of various planning projects.
- Conduct research and analysis to inform planning strategies and proposals.
- Liaise with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth communication throughout the planning process.
- Contribute to the preparation of reports, planning applications, and other relevant documents.
Key Requirements:
- A degree or equivalent qualification in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or a related field.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Knowledge of planning policy and procedures is desirable but not essential.
- A proactive attitude with a keen eye for detail.
- Experience in a planning-related role, public or private sector.
What's On Offer?
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment.
- The chance to work on a wide variety of exciting planning projects.
Interested?
For applications and more information regarding this opportunity, please send your up-to-date CV to Megan Field at (url removed) or call (phone number removed).