Assistant Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent planning consultancy in London is seeking an Assistant Town Planner to support senior colleagues in preparing and submitting planning applications. This role provides an opportunity for ambitious graduates or early-career planners to engage in diverse projects. Applicants should hold an RTPI-accredited degree in Town Planning and demonstrate strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, flexible working arrangements, and support towards gaining RTPI Chartership.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Excellent exposure to high-profile projects

Support towards achieving RTPI Chartership

Collaborative team environment

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• RTPI-accredited degree or master's in Town Planning or a related discipline.
• Some relevant work experience (placement year or internship desirable but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and submission of planning applications and supporting documents.
• Conduct planning research and site appraisals.
• Support in preparing planning statements, appeal documentation, and policy representations.
• Liaise with local planning authorities and stakeholders under supervision.
• Help manage project timelines and ensure deliverables are met.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proactive and detail-oriented

Interest in planning and built environment

Education

RTPI-accredited degree or master's in Town Planning

Job description

Assistant Town Planner
Location: London

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working with a leading independent planning consultancy in London, who are looking to recruit an Assistant Town Planner to join their busy and growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious graduate or early-career planner to gain hands-on experience working on a wide range of exciting and complex projects across the capital and beyond.

Why Join?

• Competitive starting salary and benefits package
• Excellent exposure to high-profile projects across sectors including residential, commercial, and mixed-use development
• Support and mentorship towards achieving RTPI Chartership
• Collaborative and sociable team environment
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

The Role

As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support senior colleagues in preparing and submitting planning applications, conducting research, and engaging with clients and local authorities. You'll gain experience across all aspects of the planning process, from site appraisals and feasibility studies to appeals and policy work.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and submission of planning applications and supporting documents
• Conduct planning research and site appraisals
• Support in preparing planning statements, appeal documentation, and policy representations
• Liaise with local planning authorities and stakeholders under supervision
• Help manage project timelines and ensure deliverables are met

About You

RTPI-accredited degree or master's in Town Planning or a related discipline

Some relevant work experience (placement year or internship desirable but not essential)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to learn

A genuine interest in planning and the built environment

If you are looking to take the next step in your planning career, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment to find out more