Graduate Town Planner
Location: Lincoln (Hybrid Working)
Job Type: Full-time (flexible/part-time considered)
Overview
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Graduate Town Planner to join a supportive and collaborative Architecture and Planning team based in Lincoln. This role offers exposure to a wide range of projects and the chance to develop your career within a structured graduate training programme designed to support both professional and personal growth.
This position is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career planner looking to gain hands-on experience across the full planning process.
The Role
You will work closely with experienced planners on a diverse portfolio of projects, supporting all stages of the planning lifecycle from initial appraisals through to application submission and post-decision work.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting with and preparing planning statements
- Supporting the preparation of planning appraisals
- Assisting on larger, multidisciplinary projects
- Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals
- Supporting clients throughout the planning process
- Undertaking research, analysis, and site appraisals
- Assisting in the preparation of Design and Access Statements
- Managing smaller applications and monitoring outcomes
- Supporting community engagement, including attending meetings and consultations
- Attending site visits and client meetings
- Assisting in the preparation of fee proposals
About You
- Degree in Town Planning or a related RTPI-accredited discipline
- Strong interest in planning (previous experience desirable but not essential)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A proactive and organised approach
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Willingness to learn and develop within a professional environment
Candidates with transferable skills are encouraged to apply, even if they do not meet every requirement.
Working Arrangements & Benefits
- Hybrid working policy
- 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days with service
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental)
- Holiday buy-back scheme
- Long service awards
- Health cash plan
- 1 volunteering day per year
If interested, please feel free to reach out to Marta – [email protected] / 01792 677 005
