Assistant Planner

Assistant Planner Location: London Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be supporting a well respected consultancy in their search for an Assistant Planner to join their London-based team. This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career planning professional to develop their experience within a highly regarded consultancy, working on a wide range of projects across the residential, commercial, mixed-use and regeneration sectors throughout London. The Role As an Assistant Planner, you will support senior members of the team in delivering planning advice and managing applications across a diverse project portfolio. You will gain hands-on experience across the full planning lifecycle, from initial site appraisals through to submission and determination. Key Responsibilities Assisting in the preparation of planning applications and appeals Supporting site appraisals and planning research Reviewing planning policy and development plan documents Undertaking site visits where required Supporting senior colleagues on a variety of projects Liaising with clients, consultants and Local Planning Authorities Monitoring planning legislation and policy updates Candidate Requirements A relevant degree in Town Planning or related discipline Working towards MRTPI Chartership (or willingness to do so) Some previous planning experience (placement or professional) desirable Strong written and verbal communication skills Proactive and organised approach to work Ability to work both independently and as part of a team What's on Offer Exposure to a varied and high-quality project portfolio Supportive and collaborative working environment Ongoing mentoring and professional development Hybrid working arrangements Clear opportunities for career progression This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Planner looking to take the next step in their planning career within a respected London consultancy. If you are interested in this opportunity, contact Joel Bland on (phone number removed) or email at (url removed)