Assistant Town Planner

Assistant Town Planner / Town Planner
London
Private Consultancy | Flexible Working | Excellent Career Progression

Are you a motivated Assistant or Town Planner with 1-3 years of experience looking to take the next step in your planning career?

I'm working with a leading independent planning consultancy in London, who are looking to add a talented Planner to their close-knit and growing team. The company has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice across residential, commercial, mixed-use and regeneration schemes throughout London and the South East.

You'll work alongside experienced Directors and Senior Planners, gaining exposure to a wide variety of projects and the opportunity to develop both technically and professionally.

The Role
As an Assistant or Town Planner, you'll be involved in:

• Preparing and submitting planning applications, appeals, and Local Plan representations
• Conducting site appraisals and research
• Supporting senior colleagues on complex projects and client meetings
• Liaising with local authorities, clients, and consultants
• Preparing reports and planning statements

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in a planning role, ideally within a consultancy or local authority
• RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related subject
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive attitude and passion for planning in the private sector
• Working towards or recently achieved RTPI Chartership

Benefits

• Competitive salary DOE
• Generous annual leave and pension
• Hybrid working (2-3 days in the office)
• Ongoing support with RTPI Chartership
• Excellent career development opportunities within a collaborative team

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected consultancy where you'll work on a diverse range of projects and be supported to progress your career quickly.

To apply or find out more, contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on or email