Graduate Town Planner - North West

Exciting Opportunity: Graduate Planner Role in a Leading Land Promotion Company



Location: North West



Are you a graduate looking to launch your career in planning? A highly successful and well-established land promotion company based in Congleton, Cheshire, is offering an incredible opportunity to join their team as a Graduate Planner.



This role is ideal for individuals with an RTPI-accredited degree or those nearing completion. Applications from Human Geography graduates willing to undertake a part-time master's degree in Planning are also welcome. This is your chance to develop your expertise while working with experienced land and planning professionals on a diverse, country-wide portfolio of projects.



What You'll Be Doing:



Conducting research to support planning applications and site promotion, including policy analysis, socio-economic impacts, and settlement analysis.



Evaluating the planning prospects of potential development sites alongside the Land team.



Assisting in master planning and site design.



Engaging with landowners and agents to secure new sites.



Monitoring planning applications and changes in local and policies.



Contributing to representations for Local or Neighbourhood Plan consultations.



Managing company data held on Local Authorities.



Why Join?



This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to kickstart your career with a company that values professional growth and career progression. The company offers a hybrid working model, flexible start and finish times, and a supportive environment where talent thrives.



What's on Offer?



Competitive Salary & Bonus Scheme



Private Medical Cover (Single Cover)



26 Days' Holiday (increasing with service)



Choice of Flexible Benefits



Enhanced Family-Friendly Policies



Pension Scheme with up to 10% Employer Contributions



Annual Health Assessment



Cycle to Work Scheme & Retail Discounts



Paid Volunteer & Study Leave



With over 30 years of expertise, this company has built a reputation as the UK's most active and successful land promoter, helping landowners unlock the full potential of their land. They are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where talent and dedication are recognised and rewarded.



Interested?



Contact Sofia Conte (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website.



This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position