Our graduate programme

Applications are now open.

Please scroll down to find out more about the programme.

To apply, please visit the Current Vacancies section on our Careers page and click 'Apply now' on the Graduate Assistant Planner/Consultant (Graduate Programme) vacancy.

The deadline for applications is 31 October. 

At Turley, we're committed to ensuring our co-owners get the best possible start to their careers. Our graduate programme combines structured learning, practical experience and ongoing support, helping you build confidence and develop your professional expertise.

Working alongside talented colleagues from across our services, you'll gain exposure to a diverse range of projects whilst developing the skills, knowledge and networks needed for a successful career.

Graduates and other assistants joining the team will be invited to take part in the Assistant Level Development Programme, which is designed to help you develop the core skills you need at the outset of your career with Turley and to build your network within the company.

We welcome applications for graduate roles across selected services at Turley. Our graduate programme provides structured development, mentoring and hands-on experience, helping you grow your confidence and professional expertise. 

We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with a relevant bachelor's or master's qualification who are interested in joining our Planning, Economics or EIA teams.  

Current graduate opportunities are available in the following locations:

  • Planning: Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Cardiff, Manchester, London, Reading and Southampton
  • Economics: London and Manchester
  • EIA: Birmingham, Bristol, London and Manchester

We encourage applicants to indicate their preferred office location when applying.

Following submission, applications will be reviewed and shortlisted. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an online task through TestGorilla, which takes approximately 45 minutes to complete. Candidates who progress to the next stage will be invited to complete an online service-specific assessment. Candidates will be reviewed and shortlisted again to then attend a face-to-face interview. 

You will be asked to upload your CV and a covering letter. A well-written CV and covering letter will help demonstrate your skills, experience and motivation. 

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Virtual drop-in sessions

Want to find out more about Turley? Come and join us!

We’re hosting two informal, 30-minute virtual drop-in sessions where you can learn more about our culture, what we do at Turley, and what makes us who we are.

Whether you’re just curious or keen to get a better feel for life at Turley, we’d love to see you there. Join us on 6 October or 14 October - whichever works best for you.

To register for a session, please click the links below. Joining details will be shared upon registration. We hope to see you there!

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Professional Accreditation Support

Graduates joining our Planning teams will receive support with preparation for the Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) with the RTPI and will be assigned a mentor to guide them through the process. When applying, please indicate if you already hold a bachelor's or master's degree or would require an apprenticeship.  

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FAQs

Find answers to common questions about qualifications, locations, career development, training, benefits and the recruitment process.

FAQs

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If you have any questions about the programme or application process, please get in touch by emailing careers@turley.co.uk.