Location
London
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
15/06/2026
Closing date
06/07/2026
Job Title: Assistant Planner
Location: London
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading independent planning and development consultancy in their search for an Assistant Planner to join their London office.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Planner to join one of the UK's most respected planning consultancies, working on a wide variety of high-profile residential, commercial, mixed-use, regeneration, infrastructure, and urban development projects. The successful candidate will gain exposure to all stages of the planning process while working alongside some of the industry's leading planning professionals.
THE ROLE
As an Assistant Planner, you will support the delivery of planning projects from initial feasibility assessments through to planning applications and project implementation.
Working closely with senior colleagues, you will develop your technical planning expertise, client-facing skills, and understanding of the wider development process, building a strong foundation for a successful career as an Assistant Planner.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Supporting the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals
* Assisting with planning appraisals and development feasibility assessments
* Preparing planning statements and supporting documentation
* Conducting planning policy research and analysis
* Supporting Environmental Impact Assessment and major project work where required
* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities, consultees, and stakeholders
* Attending client meetings, site visits, and public consultations
* Supporting senior team members across a range of high-profile development projects
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
* RTPI accredited degree or Master's in Town Planning or related discipline
* Ideally 1-2 years' planning experience within a consultancy, developer, or local authority environment
* Working towards MRTPI Chartership or keen to begin the process
* Strong understanding of the UK planning system and planning policy
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving abilities
* Proactive, enthusiastic, and eager to develop professionally
* Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment
WHAT'S ON OFFER
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to work on some of the UK's most prestigious development projects
* Full support towards MRTPI Chartership
* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
* Structured training and mentoring from industry-leading professionals
* Clear progression opportunities and ongoing professional development