Assistant Town Planner

Birmingham, England

£27000 - £35000 per annum

Full Time

Town Planning

3 June 2026

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Assistant Town Planner – Birmingham
£Competitive + Benefits + Career Progression

Are you an ambitious Assistant Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career with a highly respected planning and property consultancy?

I’m currently working on behalf of a well-established, multidisciplinary consultancy with a strong national presence, who are looking to expand their planning team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to gain exposure to a wide variety of projects while developing their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

The Role
As an Assistant Town Planner, you’ll be working closely with experienced planning professionals on a diverse portfolio of projects across sectors including residential, commercial, retail, and mixed-use developments. You’ll play a key role in supporting the delivery of planning applications, appeals, and site appraisals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting in the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals
  • Conducting site appraisals and planning research
  • Supporting senior team members with project delivery
  • Liaising with local authorities, clients, and stakeholders
  • Contributing to planning strategy and development proposals

About You:

  • Degree (and ideally MSc) in Town Planning or a related discipline
  • Working towards (or keen to work towards) MRTPI accreditation
  • Some relevant planning experience (public or private sector)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • A proactive and commercially aware mindset

What’s on Offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Structured career progression and mentorship
  • Exposure to high-profile and varied projects
  • A collaborative and supportive team culture
  • Flexible working options

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected consultancy where your development will be genuinely supported and your contributions valued.

If you’re interested in learning more, feel free to get in touch for a confidential discussion.


If you want, I can tailor this further (e.g., make it more formal, more sales-driven, or aligned to a specific consultancy style).

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