Location: Gatwick Area (Office-based with flexibility)
Sector: Planning Consultancy
We are working with a well-established and growing planning consultancy to recruit a Graduate Town Planner for their office near Gatwick. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning graduate to begin their career within a supportive, commercially aware consultancy offering structured training and exposure to a broad range of development projects.
The Role
As a Graduate Town Planner, you will work closely with experienced planners and directors, gaining hands-on experience across the full planning lifecycle. The role offers strong mentoring, responsibility from an early stage, and clear progression toward professional qualification.
Key responsibilities include:
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Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications
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Supporting site appraisals, planning research and policy analysis
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Drafting Planning Statements and supporting documents
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Liaising with local planning authorities, clients and external consultants
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Monitoring planning applications and contributing to project delivery
About You
To be considered, you should have:
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A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
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A strong interest in development and the UK planning system
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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A proactive, organised approach and willingness to learn
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Eligibility or intent to work toward MRTPI accreditation
What’s on Offer
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A supportive graduate environment with structured training
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Exposure to a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial and mixed-use projects
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Clear career progression and mentoring toward chartership
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A friendly, professional office culture in the Gatwick area
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Competitive graduate salary and benefits
This role is ideal for a motivated graduate looking to build a long-term career within a respected planning consultancy that invests in its people.
