Location
London
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
15/01/2026
Closing date
05/02/2026
Job Title: Assistant Town Planner
Location: London
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an independent planning consultancy in London that is looking to appoint an Assistant Town Planner as part of its continued growth.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career planner to join a small, professional team working on a diverse range of development projects. The consultancy provides commercially focused planning advice to private sector clients and offers a supportive environment where junior planners are given genuine responsibility and exposure to the full planning process.
The Role
As an Assistant Town Planner, you will work closely with senior planners and directors, supporting the delivery of high-quality planning advice across residential, commercial and mixed-use schemes. You will gain hands-on experience across all stages of the planning lifecycle, with strong support for professional development.
Key Responsibilities
* Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications
* Undertaking planning appraisals, research and policy analysis
* Drafting planning statements and supporting documentation
* Liaising with local planning authorities and external consultants
* Supporting pre-application discussions and planning appeals
* Attending site visits and client meetings
About You
* Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
* Working towards MRTPI qualification or keen to begin the process
* Understanding of the UK planning system and planning policy
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Organised, proactive and detail-oriented
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary dependent on experience
* Support towards MRTPI accreditation and career progression
* Exposure to a wide variety of planning projects
* Friendly, supportive and professional working environment
Interested?