Graduate Town Planner

Graduate Town Planner – Central London

Salary: £28,000‑£32,000 + APC Support + Benefits

Employer:

Leading Central London Planning Consultancy (Independent & Specialist)

Type:
Permanent, Full‑Time

I'm partnering with a highly respected, specialist planning consultancy in Central London to recruit a talented Graduate Town Planner. This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the capital's most experienced and influential planning teams, working on some of the most high‑profile and complex development projects in London.

• Work alongside senior professionals on a diverse portfolio of major urban, commercial, mixed‑use and regeneration schemes.
• Prepare and manage planning applications.
• Undertake research, site assessments and policy reviews.
• Draft planning statements, reports and consultation materials.
• Support senior planners on strategy, master‑planning and project coordination.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities and multidisciplinary teams.
• Be given early responsibility and outstanding exposure to flagship London projects, with full support toward your RTPI APC.

This role is ideal for candidates who are ambitious, analytical and passionate about shaping London's built environment. You should have:

• A degree or master's in Town Planning or an RTPI‑accredited discipline.
• Excellent written communication and report‑writing ability.
• Strong organisational skills and an eye for detail.
• A proactive, confident approach to problem‑solving.
• Ideally, experience gained through a placement, internship or junior planning role (desirable but not essential).

• Work with one of London's most sought‑after planning teams.
• Exposure to complex, high‑impact city projects.
• Clear development pathway with comprehensive APC mentorship.
• Supportive, collaborative culture.
• Central London location with hybrid working options.

If you're looking to launch your planning career with a consultancy recognised for its expertise and influence in the London development landscape, please send your CV or call (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation.

• Job Title:
  
  Graduate Town Planner
• Company:
  Penguin Recruitment
• Location:
  
  Central London
• Posted:
  Jan 18th 2026
• Closes:
  Feb 18th 2026
• Sector:
  Consulting
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Hours:
  
  Full Time