Town Planner

Town Planner - London
Location: Central London (hybrid working)
Type: Permanent | Full-time
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

An independent, design-conscious and commercially driven town planning consultancy is seeking a talented Town Planner to join their growing team in London. This firm has built a strong reputation for delivering smart, strategic planning advice to a diverse client base across multiple sectors and asset classes, from high-profile mixed-use developments to specialist occupier-led schemes.

With a well-established project portfolio across Greater London and the South East, this is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional looking to work on varied, commercially significant schemes in a collaborative, hands-on consultancy environment.

About the Role

As a key member of a close-knit, expert team, you will:

• Manage and prepare planning applications, appeals, and pre-application submissions across a wide range of sectors

• Undertake planning appraisals, audits, and feasibility studies for potential development sites

• Provide strategic planning advice to developers, landowners, occupiers and investors

• Liaise with local authorities, design teams, and external consultants to guide schemes through the planning process

• Work across a wide variety of projects including residential, mixed-use, commercial, retail, roadside, and energy developments

• Contribute to land promotion strategies, policy representations, and stakeholder consultations

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline, ideally with RTPI accreditation (or working towards Chartered status)

• Experience working in consultancy, local authority, or developer-side planning

• Strong report writing, analytical, and communication skills

• A good understanding of London planning policy and development challenges

• The ability to manage your own workload and work proactively on multiple projects

• A commercial mindset and interest in client-focused, outcome-driven work

Why Join?

• Work on a diverse range of projects across London and the South East, from complex brownfield sites to sensitive heritage-led schemes

• Join a firm known for its intelligent, pragmatic planning advice and excellent client relationships

• Collaborate directly with senior directors and gain valuable hands-on project experience

• Enjoy a supportive, down-to-earth culture with genuine career development prospects

• Benefit from hybrid working, exposure to high-profile clients, and a flexible, professional environment

How to Apply

To apply or find out more, please contact Sofia at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)