Assistant Town Planner

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Salary:

£28000 – £35000 per annum

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

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Other Industries & Skills:

Consultancy

Advertiser:

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Job ID:

132344659

Posted On:

13 October 2025

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.

or find out more, contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on # 957 383 or email #

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