Town Planner (Infrastructure)

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy in London seeks a Town Planner (Infrastructure) to support key planning projects. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and the chance to work on high-profile infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates will have relevant degrees, strong communication skills, and consultancy experience. Looking for a dynamic team player eager to grow professionally.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Strong culture of inclusion and flexibility

Qualifications

• Consultancy experience in a wide range of planning disciplines, especially Infrastructure.
• Strong communicator with excellent verbal and written skills.
• Commercially aware, collaborative, and eager to grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Supporting senior colleagues across a variety of planning projects.
• Preparing fee proposals and tenders.
• Conducting detailed research and analysis for planning strategies.
• Representing clients at public meetings and events.

Skills

Planning experience

Research and analysis

Communication skills

Education

Degree in a relevant subject, ideally RTPI-eligible

Job description

REF: NEINLQD

Town Planner (Infrastructure) – Central London – £Competitive

Are you an experienced Planner looking for your next challenge? Our client, a prestigious independent consultancy working on some of the UK’s most high-profile infrastructure projects, is seeking a Town Planner with Infrastructure experience to join their dynamic team in London.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Full-time position (37.5 hours per week).
• Focus on cutting-edge infrastructure projects: from renewable energy generation to airport expansions and strategic rail freight interchanges.
• Work alongside seasoned professionals on planning applications, appeals, and development consents.
• Enjoy a strong culture of inclusion, flexibility, and well-being support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting senior colleagues across a variety of planning projects.
• Preparing fee proposals and tenders.
• Conducting detailed research and analysis for planning strategies.
• Representing clients at public meetings and events.

About You:

• Degree (or higher) in a relevant subject, ideally RTPI-eligible.
• Consultancy experience in a wide range of planning disciplines, especially Infrastructure
• A strong communicator, with excellent verbal and written skills.
• Commercially aware, collaborative, and eager to grow professionally.

How to Apply:

Contact Neil Ellerton of Penguin Recruitment on 01792 365 108 to discuss further. Alternatively you can send a copy of your CV to [e-mail]