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: Town Planner
Location: London
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an independent planning consultancy in London that is looking to appoint a Town Planner as part of its continued growth.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or near-qualified planner to join a well-established consultancy delivering high-quality planning advice across a varied portfolio of development projects. The role offers strong client exposure, involvement in projects from an early stage, and clear opportunities for career progression within a supportive and professional environment.
The Role
As a Town Planner, you will take responsibility for managing planning applications and providing sound planning advice to private sector clients. You will work closely with senior colleagues while developing your own client relationships and project management experience.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing and delivering planning applications and appeals
* Preparing planning appraisals, statements and supporting reports
* Advising clients on planning strategy and development potential
* Liaising with local planning authorities and statutory consultees
* Supporting and attending pre-application meetings and negotiations
* Coordinating input from external consultants
* Attending site visits and client meetings
About You
* Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
* MRTPI qualified or working towards accreditation
* Good knowledge of the UK planning system and planning policy
* Experience working within consultancy or local authority planning
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to manage projects and deadlines effectively
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary dependent on experience
* Support with MRTPI and ongoing professional development
* Exposure to a broad range of planning projects
* Clear progression opportunities within the consultancy
* Friendly and collaborative working culture
Interested?