Assistant Planner

Job Advert: Assistant Planner

Location: Newport, UKSalary Range: £23,000 - £30,000 per annumJob Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

My client, a well-established Planning and Development Consultancy, is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Planner to join their dynamic team in Newport. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to develop their career in town planning, contributing to innovative and impactful projects across the UK.

• Conduct site research to support planning advice and strategy, including undertaking site visits.

• Review planning policy documents and evidence bases to prepare clear and concise planning policy reviews.

• Undertake planning history reviews.

• Draft application forms, covering letters, and sections of planning appraisals/statements.

• Assist in the preparation of site appraisals and planning applications.

• Help coordinate client meetings and presentations to discuss project progress.

• Maintain project documentation, reports, and correspondence.

• Assist in the preparation of project sheets.

• Support senior team members in preparation for planning committee meetings.

• A Master's degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related field.

• Experience in town planning is preferred.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the ability to buy or sell additional leave.

• Company bonus scheme.

• Career break policy.

• Company pension scheme.

• Office-based environment with flexible and hybrid working options.

• Occasional site visits across the UK - a UK driver's licence and access to a car are advantageous.

• May require travel and attendance at meetings outside regular working hours.

Interested?

Contact Sofia Conte or call . We have many more vacancies available on our website.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position