Assistant Town Planner

Assistant Town Planner
Oxford | Hybrid Working Available
Full-Time | Permanent

The Opportunity
An award-winning, design-led planning and architecture consultancy is looking to appoint an Assistant Town Planner to join its Oxford studio.

This well-established practice is recognised for its creative and collaborative approach, combining planning, architecture and urban design expertise to deliver high-quality development schemes across the UK. Their portfolio includes residential, mixed-use and regeneration projects, often with a strong emphasis on placemaking and design quality.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy where planning is fully integrated with design, offering exposure to unique and design-driven projects.

The Role
As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support senior colleagues across a variety of projects, gaining hands-on experience throughout the planning process.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals


• Supporting site appraisals and planning research


• Preparing planning statements and reports


• Liaising with clients, local authorities and consultants


• Working closely with in-house architects and designers on project development


• Supporting project coordination across multidisciplinary teams

• RTPI-accredited degree in Town Planning or a related discipline


• Some relevant experience (placement year or previous role desirable)


• Strong interest in design-led development and placemaking


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Good organisational skills and attention to detail


• A proactive and collaborative approach

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience


• Support towards RTPI chartership


• Opportunity to work on design-led, high-quality projects


• Collaborative studio environment


• Clear progression opportunities within a growing practice


• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

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