Urban Development Specialist

1 week ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Penguin Recruitment Full time
Job Overview

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency for a UK leading Planning and Development consultancy seeking an experienced Senior Town Planner to join the Planning team in Reading. The team specializes in various sectors, including residential, commercial, retail, infrastructure, energy, and renewables, and mixed-use developments.

The Role

This Graduate Town Planner will support the team in delivering a wide range of projects, assisting with advice, planning applications, and appeals. They will be meaningfully engaged in all work streams and be an active member of the team to help consolidate technical skills and confidence as they build their career.

Key Responsibilities

- Support the team in delivering projects across various sectors
- Assist with advice, planning applications, and appeals
- Engage actively in all work streams and contribute to the team's success

Requirements

- Degree or higher in a relevant subject
- Understanding of the UK planning system
- Highly motivated commercial approach with ability to work as part of a team and independently
- Strong research, analytical, and reporting skills
- Proactive and professional individual

What We Offer

- Attractive salary with discretionary bonuses
- Contemporary working environment in an excellent location
- Friendly, open, and caring culture
- Regular social events
- Fantastic opportunity to learn and progress your career

How to Apply

Interested candidates should contact Tamzin Warren-Vimpany at Penguin Recruitment for more information.

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