Assistant Town Planner

Assistant Town Planner - Birmingham £Competitive + Benefits + Career Progression Are you an ambitious Assistant Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career with a highly respected planning and property consultancy? I'm currently working on behalf of a well-established, multidisciplinary consultancy with a strong national presence, who are looking to expand their planning team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to gain exposure to a wide variety of projects while developing their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. The Role As an Assistant Town Planner, you'll be working closely with experienced planning professionals on a diverse portfolio of projects across sectors including residential, commercial, retail, and mixed-use developments. You'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of planning applications, appeals, and site appraisals. Key Responsibilities: Assisting in the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals Conducting site appraisals and planning research Supporting senior team members with project delivery Liaising with local authorities, clients, and stakeholders Contributing to planning strategy and development proposalsAbout You: Degree (and ideally MSc) in Town Planning or a related discipline Working towards (or keen to work towards) MRTPI accreditation Some relevant planning experience (public or private sector) Strong written and verbal communication skills A proactive and commercially aware mindsetWhat's on Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package Structured career progression and mentorship Exposure to high-profile and varied projects A collaborative and supportive team culture Flexible working optionsThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected consultancy where your development will be genuinely supported and your contributions valued. If you're interested in learning more, feel free to get in touch for a confidential discussion. If you want, I can tailor this further (e.g., make it more formal, more sales-driven, or aligned to a specific consultancy style)