Assistant Town Planner

  • Penguin Recruitment
  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
  • 05/10/2026
Full time Real Estate

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Town Planner
Location: Cambridge

Penguin Recruitment are working with a well-established and growing multidisciplinary property and planning consultancy who are looking to appoint an Assistant Town Planner to join their Cambridge team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Town Planner looking to progress their career within consultancy, working alongside experienced planners on a varied portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, rural and mixed-use development.

The Role:

  • Assist with the preparation and submission of planning applications, appeals and planning statements
    Undertake planning research, policy reviews and site appraisals
    Support the preparation of planning appraisals and development proposals
    Assist with Design and Access Statements and other supporting documents
    Help manage planning applications and monitor outcomes
    Attend site visits, client meetings and planning committees
    Assist with community engagement and consultation exercises
    Work closely with wider teams across planning, development, architecture and urban design
    Gain exposure to projects from initial appraisal through to delivery

The Ideal Candidate:

  • A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline, ideally RTPI accredited
    Previous experience within a planning consultancy, local authority or related environment
    A genuine interest in developing a career within planning consultancy
    Strong written and verbal communication skills
    Good research and analytical abilities
    A proactive and commercially aware approach
    Able to work effectively as part of a wider team

What's on offer?

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
    Structured training and professional development
    Support towards professional development and RTPI Chartership
    Exposure to a broad range of planning and development projects
    Excellent long-term career progression
    Hybrid and flexible working
    Supportive and collaborative team environment

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP, so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)