Graduate Town Planner in London)

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

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy is seeking a Graduate Town Planner in Central London to support diverse urban and commercial projects. Candidates should hold a degree in Town Planning and possess strong communication skills. This role offers excellent mentorship towards RTPI APC and the chance to work on high-impact projects in a collaborative culture. Hybrid working is available.

Benefits

APC Support

Comprehensive mentorship

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Ambitious and analytical with a passion for shaping built environments.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience through a placement or internship is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage planning applications.
• Undertake research and site assessments.
• Draft planning statements and reports.

Skills

Excellent written communication and report-writing ability

Strong organisational skills

Proactive 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

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