Assistant Town Planner / Town Planner
London
Private Consultancy | Flexible Working | Excellent Career Progression

Are you a motivated Assistant or Town Planner with 1–3 years of experience looking to take the next step in your planning career?

I’m working with a leading independent planning consultancy in London, who are looking to add a talented Planner to their close-knit and growing team. The company has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice across residential, commercial, mixed-use and regeneration schemes throughout London and the South East.

You’ll work alongside experienced Directors and Senior Planners, gaining exposure to a wide variety of projects and the opportunity to develop both technically and professionally.

The Role
As an Assistant or Town Planner, you’ll be involved in:

• Preparing and submitting planning applications, appeals, and Local Plan representations
• Conducting site appraisals and research
• Supporting senior colleagues on complex projects and client meetings
• Liaising with local authorities, clients, and consultants
• Preparing reports and planning statements

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in a planning role, ideally within a consultancy or local authority
• RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related subject
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive attitude and passion for planning in the private sector
• Working towards or recently achieved RTPI Chartership

Benefits

• Competitive salary DOE
• Generous annual leave and pension
• Hybrid working (2–3 days in the office)
• Ongoing support with RTPI Chartership
• Excellent career development opportunities within a collaborative team

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected consultancy where you’ll work on a diverse range of projects and be supported to progress your career quickly.

To apply or find out more, contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on 01792 957 383 or email josh.jones@penguinrecruitment.co.uk