Graduate Town Planner

Graduate Town PlannerLocation: Maidstone, Kent Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be supporting a well-established planning consultancy in their search for a Graduate Town Planner to join their team in Maidstone, Kent. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career planner to gain hands-on experience working on a wide range of planning projects, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, while developing technical skills and professional expertise within a supportive team environment. The Role Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications Supporting site appraisals and feasibility studies Reviewing and interpreting local and national planning policies Drafting planning statements and supporting documentation Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and internal teams Maintaining accurate project files and records Attending site visits and meetings as required Candidate Requirements Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, or a related discipline (RTPI-accredited preferred) Strong interest in planning and the built environment Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills Ability to read and interpret drawings and plans Motivated, proactive, and keen to develop within a growing consultancy Working towards RTPI Chartership (desirable) Why Apply? Exposure to a wide variety of projects across multiple sectors Structured training and support towards ..... full job details .....