Assistant Town Planner in London)

Penguin Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Planner

Location: London (Hybrid Working Available)

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Company

My client is a dynamic, multidisciplinary consultancy specializing in Town Planning, Development Consultancy, Regeneration, Compulsory Purchase, and Lease Advisory. With a strong reputation for delivering high-profile projects, they work across a variety of sectors, offering expert planning and surveying advice to a diverse client base.

With a collaborative and supportive team culture, my client is committed to nurturing talent, ensuring employees have the opportunity to develop their careers and fulfill their potential. Their London-based team works on projects nationwide, delivering innovative planning strategies that shape the built environment.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Planner to join a highly regarded planning team and contribute to a range of development projects. The successful candidate will support senior team members in delivering planning appraisals, preparing and submitting planning applications, and managing the planning process for a variety of clients.

This role is ideal for someone working towards their RTPI APC accreditation, looking to gain hands-on experience in a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy.

Key Responsibilities

1. Conduct planning history searches and high-level site reviews to assess development potential.
2. Assist in preparing planning appraisals, pre-application submissions, and planning statements.
3. Support the preparation, submission, and management of planning applications, appeals, and discharge of conditions.
4. Attend site visits, client meetings, and planning committees with senior colleagues.
5. Monitor planning applications and track policy developments that may impact projects.
6. Provide high-quality research and analysis to support planning strategies.
7. Assist in identifying and generating new business opportunities with existing and prospective clients.

Requirements

1. A degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, or a related field.
2. Working towards RTPI APC accreditation (or recently completed).
3. Strong knowledge of the UK planning system, legislation, and policy framework.
4. Excellent research, analytical, and report-writing skills.
5. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with clients and stakeholders.
6. A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to work both independently and within a team.
7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant planning software.

What's on Offer?

1. Competitive salary with structured career progression.
2. Hybrid working (office-based in Central London with flexible arrangements).
3. Exposure to high-profile projects across multiple sectors.
4. Support for RTPI accreditation and ongoing professional development.
5. A collaborative and friendly team culture, offering mentorship and career support.

Interested?

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.