Assistant to Town Planner (Strategic Land)

An established planning and development consultancy is seeking an Strategic Land Assistant to join its growing Strategic Land and Development team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planner to gain exposure to a wide range of strategic land projects across the UK while developing their career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the promotion of strategic land opportunities through the planning system.
• Assisting with Local Plan representations, Call for Sites submissions and planning appraisals.
• Undertaking planning policy research and site assessments.
• Preparing planning statements, reports and supporting documentation.
• Liaising with clients, local authorities and external consultants.
• Supporting project delivery across a diverse portfolio of residential, employment and mixed-use schemes.

About You

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related discipline.
• Working towards MRTPI accreditation or keen to pursue chartership.
• Previous planning experience within consultancy, local authority or development preferred.
• Good understanding of the UK planning system and planning policy.
• Strong communication, analytical and report-writing skills.
• Proactive, organised and eager to develop a career in strategic land.

What's Offered

• Exposure to high-profile strategic land and development projects.
• Structured support towards MRTPI qualification.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Clear opportunities for progression within a growing team.

When applying to any role through Cobalt, your CV will never be shared with a client without your prior consent. Apply in confidence below or get in touch with me for a confidential discussion about the position via sgreeff@cobaltrecruitment.com or 07458 161399.