Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well respected consultancy in their search for an Assistant Planner to join their Reading office.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career planning professional to develop their experience within a well-regarded consultancy, working across a varied portfolio of residential, commercial, and mixed-use development projects.

The Role

As an Assistant Planner, you will support senior colleagues in delivering planning advice and managing applications across a range of schemes. You will gain hands-on experience throughout the full planning process, from site appraisals and research to submission and negotiation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals

• Undertaking site appraisals and planning policy research

• Reviewing Local Plans and development frameworks

• Drafting Planning Statements and supporting documents

• Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and external consultants

• Attending site visits and client meetings where required

• Monitoring changes in planning legislation and policy

Candidate Requirements

• RTPI-accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline

• Working towards MRTPI Chartership (or willingness to do so)

• Previous planning experience (placement or professional) desirable

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proactive, organised, and keen to develop professionally

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Structured support towards MRTPI Chartership

• Hybrid working arrangements

• Exposure to a diverse and high-quality project portfolio

• Clear opportunities for career progression

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Planner looking to build their career within a supportive and growing consultancy in Reading.