Assistant Town Planner

Assistant Town Planner - Central London

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated planning professional ready to take the next step in your career? An excellent opportunity has arisen with a well-established, independent UK planning consultancy based in Central London.

We're supporting this dynamic and collaborative firm - known for its high-quality advisory work across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments - to recruit an Assistant Town Planner to join their expanding team. The company prides itself on offering pragmatic planning advice and delivering successful outcomes for private and public sector clients navigating the complexities of the UK planning system.

Location

Central London (with flexible working options available).

The Role

As an Assistant Town Planner, you will:

• Assist with planning applications, appeals, and planning strategy advice.
• Support project teams in preparing submissions and managing client engagement.
• Research and analyse planning policy and case law to inform project work.
• Prepare reports, statements, and correspondence for internal and external use.
• Work across a variety of sectors including housing delivery, regeneration and placemaking projects.

This role offers exposure to a broad spectrum of planning work - from pre-application advice through to hearings and appeals - and is ideal if you're looking to grow technically and commercially within a supportive team environment.

Skills & Experience

We're looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• A degree in Town Planning (or related discipline) and/or relevant experience in planning consultancy or local government.
• Strong understanding of UK planning policy and development management processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organised, proactive attitude with the ability to manage a varied workload.
• Experience using planning portals and preparing planning submissions is desirable but not essential.

Why Join Them?

• Work with experienced planners on interesting and impactful projects.
• Supportive, inclusive culture with opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Be part of a friendly team that values collaboration and quality outcomes.

Career Progression

This role is a great platform for ambitious planners looking to develop towards Planner / Senior Planner levels with increasing responsibility.

To apply or find out more, please send your CV and a short covering note outlining your interest and relevant experience.