Assistant Town Planner London

Assistant Planner – London – Up to £32,0001-2 Years' Experience | Award-Winning Practice | Career Growth Opportunity

Are you an enthusiastic Assistant Planner looking to take the next step in your career? I'm currently working with a highly respected, design-led planning and architecture practice based in Central London, and they're looking to expand their planning team with a driven and talented Assistant Planner.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with 1-2 years of relevant experience-perhaps you're working toward your APC or looking to broaden your exposure in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The Role

You'll be supporting a diverse portfolio of projects across London and the South East, including residential, mixed-use, and commercial developments. You'll work closely with senior planners and architects, assisting in the preparation of planning applications, appeals, and development appraisals.

What You'll Bring

• 1-2 years' experience in a UK planning role (private sector preferred, but local authority backgrounds considered)

• A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline (RTPI accredited)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• A genuine passion for planning and the built environment

• Ambition to work toward chartered status (RTPI)

Why Apply?

• Join a well-established, design-focused consultancy with a strong pipeline of exciting projects

• Clear progression pathway and structured support for RTPI chartership

• Friendly, collaborative culture with hybrid working options

• Central London location with easy transport links

This is the perfect opportunity for a motivated Assistant Planner who wants to grow within a nurturing and well-regarded team, gaining valuable experience on high-quality, high-profile schemes.

Interested?

If you're looking to progress your planning career in a supportive and dynamic environment, get in touch today. Send your CV to Katy Thorne at Penguin Recruitment or drop me a message to arrange a confidential chat on .