Job Description
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
Undertake planning research, policy analysis, and site assessments
Assist in the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals
Draft planning statements, design and access statements, and other supporting documentation
Liaise with clients, local authorities, and consultants
Contribute to team discussions and help shape strategy on key projects
About You
Degree (and ideally a postgraduate qualification) in Town Planning or related discipline
Working towards (or recently achieved) RTPI membership
Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills
A proactive and organised approach with keen attention to detail
Passionate about shaping sustainable and well-designed places
What's on Offer
Competitive salary dependent on experience
Hybrid working model
Support for RTPI accreditation and ongoing professional development
Opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and high-profile developments in London
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.
