Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multidisciplinary planning and design consultancy in their search for a Planner to join their London-based team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Town Planner to join a highly regarded practice working on a diverse portfolio of projects across the residential, commercial, mixed-use and regeneration sectors. You will gain exposure to all stages of the planning process within a collaborative and design-led environment.

The Role

As a Planner, you will support senior colleagues on a range of planning projects while also taking responsibility for managing your own applications and client relationships.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and submitting a variety of planning applications

• Undertaking site appraisals and planning policy reviews

• Drafting planning statements and supporting documentation

• Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and stakeholders

• Supporting project coordination across multi-disciplinary teams

• Assisting with planning appeals where required

• Attending client meetings and consultation events

Candidate Requirements

• Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline

• Working towards MRTPI Chartership (or recently achieved)

• Experience within a planning consultancy or local authority environment

• Strong understanding of UK planning policy and procedures

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage workload and meet project deadlines

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work on high-profile development projects

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Clear pathway for career progression

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Hybrid working available

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Planner looking to develop their career within a well-established and forward-thinking consultancy based in London.

If you are interested in this role, contact Joel Bland on 01792 365006 or email at joel.bland@penguinrecruitment.co.uk.