Assistant Town Planner

Reading, England

£25000 - £29000 per annum

Full Time

Town Planning

3 July 2026

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Location: Flexible / Hybrid Working Available
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Are you an ambitious planning professional looking to take the next step in your career with a highly respected planning and development consultancy?

Our client is seeking an Assistant Town Planner to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a genuine passion for planning to work on a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, infrastructure, and strategic land sectors.

Working alongside experienced planning professionals, you will gain exposure to all stages of the planning process while developing your technical expertise and professional network within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Role

As an Assistant Town Planner, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of planning advice and applications for a wide range of clients. Responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications, appeals and representations.
  • Conducting planning policy research and site appraisals.
  • Preparing planning statements and supporting documentation.
  • Monitoring planning applications and liaising with local authorities and stakeholders.
  • Supporting senior planners with project management and client communications.
  • Attending client meetings, public consultations and site visits.
  • Keeping up to date with planning legislation, policy changes and industry developments.

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally have:

  • A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
  • Working towards or keen to pursue MRTPI accreditation.
  • Previous planning experience gained through a consultancy, local authority, or relevant placement.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • A proactive and enthusiastic approach to learning and professional development.
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

What's on Offer?

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
  • Structured career progression and professional development support.
  • Exposure to high-profile and varied planning projects.
  • Support towards MRTPI qualification.
  • A collaborative and friendly working environment.
  • Opportunities to work alongside leading planning and development professionals.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an Assistant Town Planner seeking to develop their career within a well-established and growing consultancy that is committed to investing in its people.

To find out more or apply in confidence, please get in touch today.

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