Graduate Planner

Marrons Solicitors; Stratford-upon-Avon; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier planning consultancy is seeking a Graduate Planner to join their team in Stratford-upon-Avon. This role offers an exciting apprenticeship opportunity, including a fully funded Chartered Town Planning Level 7 Master’s Degree. You will work alongside experienced planners, assisting in various responsibilities such as preparing planning applications and policy advice. A keen interest in Urban Planning and strong communication skills are essential. Enjoy competitive benefits and a hybrid working model in a supportive environment that values personal and professional development.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Extra day off for your birthday

Fully funded Master’s Degree apprenticeship.

Vibrant and supportive team culture

Qualifications

• On track to achieve a 2:1 or above.
• Strong enthusiasm for the Town Planning sector.
• High level of accuracy in work.
• Ability to manage workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare advice on development potential of land.
• Assist with planning applications.
• Provide policy advice and research.
• Draft representations to consultations.
• Identify land opportunities.

Skills

Urban Planning

Geography

Writing skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Time management

Team player

Commitment to personal development

Education

BA (Hons) in Urban Planning, Regional Planning, or Geography

Job description

Graduate Planner

Application Deadline: 12 January 2026

Department: Marrons - Marrons - Planning - Planning - 2401

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Stratford upon Avon

Reporting To: Gary Stephens

Description

Graduate Planner - 2026 In-take

Applications for this role will close on 12th January 2026.

We are offering an exciting apprenticeship opportunity for a Graduate Planner to join our growing planning team. Working alongside experienced and highly skilled town planners, you will be supported to develop the technical knowledge and practical skills needed for a successful and rewarding career in town planning.

What we offer:

• A competitive salary and excellent benefits, including private medical insurance, 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, and an extra day off for your birthday
• A permanent role within the Marrons Apprenticeship Scheme, completing a fully funded Chartered Town Planning Level 7 Master’s Degree Apprenticeship (RTPI accredited) at either the University of Birmingham or Oxford Brookes University
• Exposure to a varied and interesting workload, working on projects such as urban regeneration and major mixed-use sustainable urban extensions across the UK
• A culture built on trust, empowerment, and autonomy
• The chance to join a vibrant, forward-thinking team, supported by approachable partners who actively encourage your professional development
• Hybrid working, combining home working with time in our Stratford-Upon-Avon hub.

"Please note that this role is scheduled to commence in July 2026.”

Key Responsibilities

As part of a structured rotation across the Marrons business unit, you will work with national housebuilders, land promoters, and landowners. Your experience will include supporting the securing of planning permissions and land allocations, as well as assisting with the negotiation of Section 106 agreements and planning conditions.

You will play a meaningful role in live projects and the wider success of the business.

With ambitious growth plans ahead, we are looking for enthusiastic individuals who to grow with us and build a long‑term career at Marrons.

What you'll be doing:

• Help prepare advice on the development potential of land and buildings
• Assisting with preparing planning applications and appeals
• Assist in providing policy advice and research
• Drafting representations to plan consultations and examinations
• Utilising a range of resources to identify land opportunities
• Working with senior officers, clients and other consultants to deliver development

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• BA (Hons) in Urban Planning, Regional Planning, or Geography, on track to achieve a 2:1 or above
• A keen interest in the built and natural environment, with a strong enthusiasm for the Town Planning sector
• Excellent writing skills, with a strong eye for detail and high level of accuracy
• Outstanding communication skills, with a friendly and approachable manner
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively and manage time efficiently
• Strong IT skills
• Drive, commitment, enthusiasm, and a collaborative, team‑player approach
• Commitment to personal and career development

Benefits, Agile Working and Additional information

We embrace agile working and offer a blended approach to where and how we work.

We appreciate that people have different needs and preferences and we’re keen to be flexible, after all, we value what you do, not where you do it.

We have the following hubs across the UK: Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, Leicester, Lincoln, London, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Sheffield, Solihull, Stratford upon Avon & Tunbridge Wells.

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Additional information: Please be aware, for some vacancies, where we receive high numbers of applications we may need to bring the close date forward.

Due to the nature of the work undertaken, confirmation of employment will be subject to a variety of checks which will be carried out once an offer of employment is accepted. Details of the checks can be found here.

Equal opportunities

Marrons is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. We value and respect individuality and encourage a culture within our business where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and experiences. Everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, regardless of their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.