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Job title: Graduate Town Planner - Ipswich
Location: Ipswich
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and motivated Graduate Town Planner to join a growing planning consultancy based in Ipswich. The company is looking for an enthusiastic graduate to support a wide range of planning projects, working closely with senior team members to develop creative, sustainable, and effective solutions.

As a Graduate Town Planner, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of development projects, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes. This is a fantastic chance to gain hands-on experience in both the public and private sectors, working with a range of stakeholders and contributing to the growth of the region.

Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation of planning applications, supporting documentation, and reports
- Conduct site assessments and background research for planning applications
- Engage with local authorities and stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met
- Assist in the preparation of development strategies, planning policies, and planning statements
- Support the senior team in the delivery of planning projects from inception through to completion
- Keep up to date with local planning policy, national legislation, and current planning trends

Key Requirements:
- A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline (RTPI-accredited course preferred)
- Some relevant planning experience (e.g. internship, work placement) is desirable but not essential
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good organisational and time management abilities
- A proactive, self-motivated attitude with a keen interest in planning and development
- Full UK driving licence is preferred

What's on Offer:
- As a Gradaute Town Planner, you will work in a supportive and collaborative work environment with opportunities for career progression
- Training and development to help you achieve your professional planning qualifications
- Exposure to a wide range of exciting and diverse planning projects
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to make a real impact on the development of the region

Interested in this or other roles in Town Planning please do not hesitate to 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