Graduate Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique planning consultancy in London is seeking a Graduate Town Planner to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience on high-profile development projects. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and strong communication skills, with a passion for the UK planning system. The position includes mentorship and clear opportunities for career progression in a collaborative office environment.

Benefits

Supportive mentoring

Full APC support

Collaborative office culture

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or final year student with an RTPI-accredited degree.
• Strong A-Level results with A-B grades.
• Ambition to work towards MRTPI accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with senior planners on various planning applications.
• Participate in appeals and strategic projects.
• Receive mentoring and APC support for chartered status.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proactive attitude

Interest in UK planning system

Education

Degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or Geography

Job description

Overview

Graduate Town Planner - London - Boutique Planning Consultancy

Location: Central London

Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 + benefits

Start Date: ASAP / Flexible for the right candidate

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for the built environment and an eye for strategic planning? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a tight-knit, forward-thinking firm working on some of the most exciting and high-profile developments in London and the South East — from complex mixed-use schemes to transformative urban regeneration projects.

What They're Looking For

• A recent graduate (or final year student) with a degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, or a closely related field (RTPI-accredited preferred).
• Strong A-Level results - a minimum of A-B grades across your subjects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A genuine interest in the UK planning system and ambition to work towards MRTPI accreditation.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to take ownership of your work in a collaborative environment.

What’s On Offer

• Hands-on experience from day one - you'll be working closely with senior planners on a wide variety of planning applications, appeals, and strategic projects.
• Supportive mentoring and full APC support to help you achieve chartered status.
• A sociable and collaborative office culture in a buzzing central London location.
• Clear progression opportunities as the company continues to grow.

How to Apply

Whether you're a recent graduate or looking ahead to a 2025 start, this is a rare opportunity to kick-start your planning career in a consultancy that genuinely invests in its people and their long-term development.

Interested?

If you're ready to launch your career in town planning with a consultancy that punches above its weight, send me your CV and a short note on your interest in planning. Interviews are being arranged now, so don't miss out! Please call Katy on (phone number removed) and forward your CV to (url removed)