Location
London
Industry sector
Building, Construction
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
07/12/2025
Closing date
28/12/2025
Assistant Town Planner
Central London (Hybrid working)
Leading Planning Consultancy
Competitive salary + excellent benefits + professional development support
Are you a passionate and ambitious Assistant Town Planner looking to progress your career with one of London's most respected planning consultancies? Our client - a market-leading, independent firm renowned for delivering high-profile projects across London and the South East - is seeking a motivated planner to join their growing team.
The Role
You'll support a team of experienced planning professionals on a diverse portfolio of projects spanning residential, commercial, mixed-use, and regeneration schemes. From the outset, you'll gain exposure to all stages of the planning process - from site appraisals and research to preparing planning statements and assisting with client engagement.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your expertise within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, where initiative and professional growth are encouraged.
Key Responsibilities
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Undertake planning research, policy analysis, and site assessments
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Assist in the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals
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Draft planning statements, design and access statements, and other supporting documentation
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Liaise with clients, local authorities, and consultants
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Contribute to team discussions and help shape strategy on key projects
About You
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Degree (and ideally a postgraduate qualification) in Town Planning or related discipline
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Working towards (or recently achieved) RTPI membership
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Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills
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A proactive and organised approach with keen attention to detail
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Passionate about shaping sustainable and well-designed places
What's on Offer
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Competitive salary dependent on experience
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Hybrid working model
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Support for RTPI accreditation and ongoing professional development
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Opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and high-profile developments in London
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A positive, inclusive culture with genuine career progression opportunities
If you're ready to take the next step in your planning career and join a consultancy with an outstanding reputation, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact us confidentially to discuss the role in more detail.