Location: Reigate
About the Company
A leading care and residential developer with a strong track record in delivering high-quality residential and mixed-use developments across the UK. The company operates across the full development lifecycle, from strategic land promotion and planning through to delivery, working collaboratively with landowners, consultants, and local authorities.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate with planning experience to join a commercially focused team and develop a long-term career within a developer-led environment.
The Role
As a Land and Planning Graduate, you will support the land and planning team in delivering a diverse portfolio of residential and mixed-use development projects. The role offers exposure to strategic land promotion, planning applications, site assessments, and development feasibility work.
Working closely with senior planners and development professionals, you will gain hands-on experience across the development lifecycle while contributing to projects that help shape communities and the built environment.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation, submission, and management of planning applications and pre-application enquiries
Undertake site appraisals, planning policy research, and development feasibility assessments
Support the preparation of planning statements, reports, and supporting documentation
Assist with identifying and promoting strategic land opportunities
Liaise with local planning authorities, consultants, landowners, and external stakeholders
Attend site visits, client meetings, and stakeholder consultations
Monitor planning applications and assist with planning appeals where required
Maintain accurate project records and support general project coordination
Contribute to land acquisition and development strategy discussions
About You
Degree qualified in Town Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, or a related discipline
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience within planning, development, consultancy, or local authority environments
Strong understanding of the UK planning system and policy framework
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
Commercial awareness and a keen interest in residential and mixed-use development
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Working towards, or willing to work towards, RTPI chartership is desirable
What's on Offer
Opportunity to work within a leading development-focused environment
Exposure to high-profile residential and mixed-use schemes
Structured career development and RTPI support
Collaborative and supportive team culture
Hybrid working opportunities
Competitive salary and benefits package
Interested?
The hiring manager is looking to meet suitable candidates ASAP. If you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Salary description
£28000.00 - £35000.00 per year