Graduate Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in Central London seeks a Graduate Town Planner to assist on a diverse portfolio of urban and commercial projects. This role offers early responsibility, support for RTPI APC, and exposure to complex high-impact city projects. Candidates should have a degree in Town Planning or a related field, excellent communication skills, and a proactive attitude. The position includes a competitive salary, benefits, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

APC mentorship

Collaborative culture

Central London location

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Degree or master's in Town Planning or an RTPI-accredited discipline is required.
• Excellent written communication skills are essential.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail are needed.
• A proactive and confident approach to problem-solving is important.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage planning applications.
• Conduct research and site assessments.
• Draft planning statements and consultation materials.
• Support senior planners with strategy and project coordination.
• Liaise with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Degree or master's in Town Planning or RTPI-accredited discipline

Job description

Graduate Town Planner - Central London

Salary: £28,000-£32,000 + APC Support + Benefits

Employer: Leading Central London Planning Consultancy (Independent & Specialist)

Type: Permanent, Full-Time

I'm partnering with a highly respected, specialist planning consultancy in Central London to recruit a talented Graduate Town Planner. This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the capital's most experienced and influential planning teams, working on some of the most high-profile and complex development projects in London.

The Role

As a Graduate Town Planner, you will work alongside senior professionals on a diverse portfolio of major urban, commercial, mixed-use and regeneration schemes. You will be involved in:

• Preparing and managing planning applications
• Undertaking research, site assessments and policy reviews
• Drafting planning statements, reports and consultation materials
• Supporting senior planners on strategy, masterplanning and project coordination
• Liaising with clients, local authorities and multidisciplinary teams

You’ll be given early responsibility and outstanding exposure to flagship London projects, with full support toward your RTPI APC.

About You

This role is ideal for candidates who are ambitious, analytical and passionate about shaping London’s built environment. You should have:

• A degree or master’s in Town Planning or an RTPI-accredited discipline
• Excellent written communication and report‑writing ability
• Strong organisational skills and an eye for detail
• A proactive, confident approach to problem solving
• Ideally, experience gained through a placement, internship or junior planning role (desirable but not essential)

Why Join?

• Work with one of London’s most sought‑after planning teams
• Exposure to complex, high‑impact city projects
• Clear development pathway with comprehensive APC mentorship
• Supportive, collaborative culture
• Central London location with hybrid working options

How to Apply

If you’re looking to launch your planning career with a consultancy recognised for its expertise and influence in the London development landscape, please send your CV to or call (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation.