Graduate Town Planner

Graduate Town Planner Location: EssexSalary: Competitive, depending on experienceJob Type: Full-time, Permanent Are you a recent graduate looking to build a career in town planning? We are currently working with a well-established and growing planning consultancy that is looking to appoint a Graduate Town Planner to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate who is keen to develop their planning knowledge, gain hands-on experience and work towards becoming a successful planning professional. The Role As a Graduate Town Planner, you will support the wider planning team across a varied portfolio of projects. You will gain exposure to both the technical and commercial aspects of planning, working alongside experienced planners and contributing to projects from initial research through to submission and determination. Your responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications Undertaking planning policy and site research Supporting the preparation of planning appraisals and reports Liaising with local planning authorities and other stakeholders Assisting with planning statements and supporting documentation Monitoring planning applications and keeping clients updated Attending site visits, meetings and planning discussions Keeping up to date with changes to planning policy and legislation Supporting senior members of the team across a range of planning projects About You The successful candidate will ideally ..... full job details .....