Job Title: Assistant Town Planner
Location: Essex / Hertfordshire Borders (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: £28,000 – £36,000 + Excellent Benefits + Career Progression

Are you a motivated and ambitious Assistant Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career with a leading name in residential development?

We’re working exclusively with a prestigious and well-established residential developer that’s expanding its in-house planning team. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects, they're looking to appoint an Assistant Town Planner to support the planning and delivery of high-quality residential schemes across the South East and East of England.

About the Role:

You’ll work closely with a highly experienced planning and development team, supporting the submission of planning applications, liaising with local authorities, and coordinating with external consultants. This is a brilliant opportunity to gain exposure to major residential developments from inception through to delivery, with clear scope for progression and APC support if needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and submission of planning applications for residential developments

• Conduct site appraisals and planning research

• Liaise with local authorities, consultants, and internal teams

• Support planning appeals and community consultations

• Monitor local plans, planning policy changes, and development opportunities

About You:

• A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline (RTPI accredited)

• Working towards (or recently achieved) MRTPI status

• 1–2 years’ experience in planning, ideally within a consultancy, local authority, or developer

• Strong report writing, communication, and organisational skills

• A proactive attitude and a genuine passion for residential development

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary (£28,000–£36,000) depending on experience

• Hybrid/flexible working

• Ongoing professional development and APC support

• Opportunity to work on large-scale, high-profile residential schemes

• Supportive, collaborative team environment with clear progression opportunities

This is a rare opportunity to join a leading residential developer at an exciting time of growth. If you’re an ambitious Assistant Town Planner looking to develop your career in-house with exposure to real projects and excellent mentorship, we’d love to hear from you. Please send to katy.thorne@penguinrecruitment.co.uk and call Katy on 01792365109