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Real Estate - Town Planning - Full Time Graduate

Deloitte
Manchester
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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Work on complex planning and development challenges in real estate, including urban regeneration and planning applications.
  • Requires a predicted 2.1 or higher in an RTPI accredited degree, with studies completed by Autumn 2027 for a September 2027 start.
  • Offers a structured Graduate Development Programme with support towards RTPI Chartered Membership (APC).
  • Hybrid working model with in-person inductions and assessments.
  • Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

About the Role

About the Team

We help clients tackle complex planning and development challenges in real estate. Our work includes advising on large urban regeneration schemes, promoting client interests in local planning processes, and preparing and managing planning applications for major commercial, retail, residential, institutional, culture and heritage, sport, and infrastructure schemes.

We integrate our planning consultancy skills with expertise in Environmental Impact Assessment, Development Consultancy, Energy Infrastructure, Environmental, Social and Governance, Sustainability and Climate, Affordable Housing, and other areas to address town planning and development challenges.

What You'll Do

From day one, you'll be an integral part of our team. You may be involved in:

  • Preparing draft advice and planning application documentation.
  • Monitoring local authority activity.
  • Using project management tools to support project teams.

You will be supported to take ownership of workstreams and activities, making a real impact on high-profile projects. You will also gain client and stakeholder contact experience early on, developing skills and understanding of the wider context in which we operate.

Additionally, you will assist with key research for project work, business development, and thought leadership activities. Your opinions will be valued to contribute to the team's learning and development.

Development

We are committed to continuous learning and development throughout your career at Deloitte.

  • Upon completion of your RTPI-accredited degree, you will join our structured Graduate Development Programme.
  • You will receive comprehensive training, mentoring, and coaching to support your professional growth.
  • We will support you in achieving RTPI Chartered Membership and progressing through the Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) process.
  • You are encouraged to utilize Deloitte's extensive learning and development courses, tailored to each stage of your development.
  • You will be supported to develop a wide range of skills and experience, with the opportunity to develop a specialism.

Location

We operate a hybrid working system, combining office and home working. Client-facing roles may require attendance at client sites. Meetings will be a mix of online and in-person. Your final assessment and induction will be in-person to facilitate networking and relationship building.

Accessible workspaces are provided. If you require further flexibility due to a health condition or caring responsibilities, please discuss this with the team. Information on parent and carer policies is available.

Qualifications and Skills

To be eligible for this programme, you must:

  • Be studying towards an RTPI partially or fully accredited degree.
  • Have a predicted grade of 2.1 or higher.
  • Have a passion for Real Estate and Planning.
  • Complete your studies by Autumn 2027 for a September 2027 start date.

We have identified 10 core skills essential for all Early Careers roles. More details can be found in the 'Discover What We Look For' section in our Candidate Zone.

Benefits

We are a collaborative and inclusive firm committed to supporting and rewarding our people. Benefits include:

  • Diversity networks.
  • Wellbeing initiatives.
  • Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

Further information on our processes, benefits, values, and culture is available via the provided links.

Application Information

  • Application Deadline: There is no assessment deadline, but the role will close once enough applications are received. We recommend applying as soon as possible.
  • Visa Sponsorship: This role does not meet the minimum threshold for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, and therefore applications requiring such sponsorship cannot be progressed.
  • Policy: A strict one application per year policy applies to all Early Careers opportunities.