Graduate / Assistant Transport Planner

Aldwych Consulting; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Farringdon is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant / Graduate Transport Planner. This hybrid role offers opportunities for early-career professionals to contribute to diverse transport projects. Responsibilities include assisting with Transport Assessments, preparing Travel Plans, and analysing data. Ideal applicants should have a year of experience or strong knowledge in transport planning and be proficient with tools such as AutoCAD and Microsoft Office. The company promotes a collaborative culture and offers excellent career growth prospects.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Competitive salary

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Engagement in sustainability initiatives

Qualifications

• One year of experience in transport planning or strong relevant graduate knowledge needed.
• Understanding of the planning system, e.g., NPPF, London Plan.
• Interest in placemaking and transport modelling is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Transport Assessments and Statements.
• Prepare Travel Plans and Packs.
• Analyse traffic and public transport data.

Skills

Interest in sustainable travel

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proactive attitude

Ability to support colleagues flexibly

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

GIS

TRICS

TEMPRO

Job description

Assistant / Graduate Transport Planner

Location: Farringdon, London (Hybrid Working Available)

Salary: (phone number removed) + Benefits

Type: Full-time, Permanent

A leading planning and transport consultancy is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant / Graduate Transport Planner to join their growing team in Farringdon. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their career who is passionate about shaping sustainable, future‑focused transport solutions. You'll support experienced colleagues across a diverse project portfolio, gaining hands‑on exposure, technical development and genuine opportunities for progression.

The Role

As an Assistant / Graduate Transport Planner, you will contribute to a wide range of development planning and transport projects. Day‑to‑day work will involve assisting with Transport Assessments and Statements, preparing Travel Plans and Travel Packs, analysing traffic and public transport data, and supporting design work including AutoCAD tasks and swept path analysis. You will liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders, attend meetings and workshops, and play an active role in delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based transport planning advice.

About You

You will ideally bring around one year of experience within a transport planning role, although strong graduates with relevant knowledge will also be considered. You should have an interest in topics such as sustainable travel, healthy streets, placemaking, transport modelling, policy, and highway mitigation. An understanding of the planning system (e.g., NPPF, London Plan) is important, alongside confidence using Microsoft Office. Familiarity with tools such as AutoCAD, TEMPRO, Junctions 9, TRICS, GIS or Census datasets would be beneficial. Strong written and verbal communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to support colleagues flexibly as workload demands are essential.

Why Join?

You'll be part of a supportive, high‑retention transport team known for its collaborative culture and long‑term career development. The company is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace, supported by an active EDI panel and ESG committee. Staff regularly get involved in sustainability and community initiatives, including charity events, environmental campaigns and volunteering days. You'll receive a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and excellent opportunities for personal and professional growth.

If you're passionate about transport planning and eager to help shape more sustainable places, this is an exceptional opportunity to develop your career within a respected and forward‑thinking consultancy.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch. (phone number removed)

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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