Assistant Planner / Planner : Town Planning Practice Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire Employment Type: Full:time Salary: Competitive + performance:related bonus + pension We are representing a long:established and award:winning planning and architecture practice, seeking to recruit an Assistant Planner or Planner to join their growing town planning team based in Stevenage. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional with at least two years of experience to join a well:regarded multidisciplinary team that delivers a wide variety of planning projects across multiple sectors. The role offers structured career progression, involvement in high:quality projects, and a supportive working environment with excellent staff retention. About the Role You will work alongside senior planners and architects on a range of projects of varying scale and complexity. Responsibilities will include: * Preparing and submitting planning applications * Assisting with Local Plan representations and policy reviews * Undertaking site appraisals and planning assessments * Supporting planning appeals and written representations * Liaising with clients, consultants, and local planning authorities * Contributing to the successful delivery of high:quality, client:focused outcomes This role offers excellent development potential, including increasing responsibility and autonomy as your experience grows. Candidate Profile * At least 2 years of experience in a town planning role, ideally within a consultancy or local authority * A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline (RTPI accredited preferred) * Strong understanding of UK planning policy and application processes * Excellent communication, report writing, and organisational skills * A collaborative mindset with a proactive and professional approach * Working towards or already holding RTPI chartership is desirable Whats on Offer * Competitive salary, dependent on experience * Performance:related bonus scheme * Company pension scheme * Supportive working environment with clear progression pathway * Exposure to a variety of sectors and project types * Long:term career prospects within an award:winning practice This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated planner looking to build on their early career within a respected and collaborative planning and design practice. Interested? Contact Sofia Conte or call 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