Assistant Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Central London is seeking an Assistant Town Planner to join their dynamic team. This role offers competitive salary and professional development in a hybrid working environment. You will contribute to a variety of projects, assist in planning applications, and engage with clients and authorities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Town Planning, strong analytical and communication skills, and a passion for sustainable development. Join a consultancy renowned for shaping London's landscape and enjoy genuine career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience

Hybrid working model

Support for RTPI accreditation

Ongoing professional development

Exciting project opportunities

Inclusive culture with career progression

Qualifications

• Degree (and ideally a postgraduate qualification) in Town Planning or related discipline.
• Working towards (or recently achieved) RTPI membership.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• A proactive and organised approach with keen attention to detail.
• Passionate about shaping sustainable and well-designed places.

Responsibilities

• Undertake planning research, policy analysis, and site assessments.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals.
• Draft planning statements, design and access statements, and other supporting documentation.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and consultants.
• Contribute to team discussions and help shape strategy on key projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related discipline

Postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (ideal)

Job description

Assistant Town Planner
Central London (Hybrid working)
Leading Planning Consultancy
Competitive salary + excellent benefits + professional development support

Are you a passionate and ambitious Assistant Town Planner looking to progress your career with one of London’s most respected planning consultancies? Our client – a market-leading, independent firm renowned for delivering high-profile projects across London and the South East – is seeking a motivated planner to join their growing team.

The Role

You’ll support a team of experienced planning professionals on a diverse portfolio of projects spanning residential, commercial, mixed-use, and regeneration schemes. From the outset, you’ll gain exposure to all stages of the planning process – from site appraisals and research to preparing planning statements and assisting with client engagement.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your expertise within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, where initiative and professional growth are encouraged.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake planning research, policy analysis, and site assessments

• Assist in the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals

• Draft planning statements, design and access statements, and other supporting documentation

• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and consultants

• Contribute to team discussions and help shape strategy on key projects

About You

• Degree (and ideally a postgraduate qualification) in Town Planning or related discipline

• Working towards (or recently achieved) RTPI membership

• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills

• A proactive and organised approach with keen attention to detail

• Passionate about shaping sustainable and well-designed places

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience

• Hybrid working model

• Support for RTPI accreditation and ongoing professional development

• Opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and high-profile developments in London

• A positive, inclusive culture with genuine career progression opportunities

If you’re ready to take the next step in your planning career and join a consultancy with an outstanding reputation, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact us confidentially to discuss the role in more detail.