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Permanent

Graduate Planner + - Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment
City of London
money-bag £28000 - £30000/annum
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 28 October 2026
Ref: 225659225

Graduate Planner - London

Salary: -28,000 - -30,000

A well-established and growing planning consultancy is looking to appoint a Graduate Planner to join its London-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent planning graduate looking to build their career within a supportive consultancy, gain hands-on experience across a varied project portfolio, and work towards their professional development.

The Role

As a Graduate Planner, you will support experienced planners across a range of projects, gaining exposure to the full planning process. You will work alongside clients, local authorities and other consultants while developing your technical and professional planning skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications.
  • Supporting the preparation of planning statements, reports and other documentation.
  • Undertaking planning policy and development research.
  • Liaising with local planning authorities and other stakeholders.
  • Supporting senior planners with a variety of planning projects.
  • Monitoring planning applications and providing updates to clients.
  • Assisting with site appraisals and planning assessments.
  • Developing knowledge of the UK planning system and relevant legislation.

Requirements

  • A degree in Town Planning, Urban Planning or a related discipline.
  • Ideally some relevant planning experience through a placement, internship or graduate role.
  • Good understanding of the UK planning system.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Good research and analytical abilities.
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

  • -28,000 - -30,000 salary
  • Excellent career progression opportunities.
  • Support towards RTPI accreditation and professional development.
  • Exposure to a varied range of planning projects.
  • Training and mentoring from experienced planning professionals.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Opportunity to develop a long-term career within a growing consultancy.
  • London-based position with potential flexible-working arrangements.

Interested? Send your CV to (url removed)

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