Jobs, fresher vacancy - Assistant Town Planner • UK

Company: Penguin Recruitment Ltd

UK

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 applicationsUndertaking planning appraisals, research and policy analysisDrafting planning statements and supporting documentationLiaising with local planning authorities and external consultantsSupporting pre-application discussions and planning appealsAttending site visits and client meetings About You Degree in Town Planning or a related disciplineWorking towards MRTPI qualification or keen to begin the processUnderstanding of the UK planning system and planning policyStrong written and verbal communication skillsOrganised, proactive and detail-oriented What's on Offer Competitive salary dependent on experienceSupport towards MRTPI accreditation and career progressionExposure to a wide variety of planning projectsFriendly, supportive and professional working environment Interested?The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on or