Overview
London is an iconic city. With Spatial Planning at the heart of major planning and investment decisions, we are responsible for helping ensure it stays that way. It is an exciting time to join the Spatial Planning department. We work to shape London's future proactively by supporting sustainable development in London and ensuring good future public transport provision. We lead on the integration of land use planning and transport to support the Mayor's objective of ‘Good Growth’. We develop policies through the London Plan, Opportunity Area Planning Frameworks and Local Plans, along with guidance to make sure they are successfully implemented. We identify and make the case for transport infrastructure to support growth and secure funding from new developments. We advise on the design of the urban realm and contribute to the planning and delivery of successful major developments by realising improvements to, and mitigating the impacts on, the transport system and the environment.
Responsibilities
* Work at the cutting edge of the relationship between development and transport, contributing to innovative proposals of national significance.
* Help shape London’s future by developing area plans for key growth areas, opportunity areas and major interchanges.
* Identify and resolve transport issues and seek to deliver opportunities for new and improved transport arising from development.
* Assess planning applications by reviewing local planning policies and working closely with TfL, the GLA, local authorities, developers and other stakeholders.
* Analyse income from the Mayoral Community Infrastructure Levy, comment on planning applications and ensure alignment with the London Plan.
* Lead studies and project teams, setting objectives, guiding analysis and delivering evidence‑based solutions on specific transport modes and themes.
Qualifications
* Minimum 2:2 degree in urban planning, geography or another relevant built‑environment discipline.
* At least two years of university by summer 2026 to be eligible for this sandwich‑year scheme.
* Right to work in the UK for the duration of the scheme; not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa scheme.
* Strong analytical and policy interpretation skills, with an ability to work collaboratively across TfL, GLA, local authorities and developers.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to produce clear, compelling written and oral briefings.
Training and Support
* Placement manager – day‑to‑day management and support.
* Scheme sponsor – senior technical and professional adviser with line‑manager responsibility.
* Buddy – fellow apprentice or graduate who provides peer support and ensures a welcoming experience.
* Development adviser – supports professional development through career coaching and progression planning.
Benefits
* Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominated household member.
* Discounted national rail and Eurostar travel.
* Minimum 28 days annual leave (pro‑rated), plus public and bank holidays.
* Tax‑efficient cycle‑to‑work programme.
* Retail, health, leisure and travel offers.
Application Process
The application consists of five stages, including online assessments to be completed within a set time frame. Successful candidates will progress through assessment centres from December to January. The process includes detailed guidance around each assessment stage, with deadlines and a 1‑week window for online assessments. The scheme is a sandwich‑year placement; the role is not eligible for sponsorship and participants must not have a restricted right to work in the UK.
EEO Statement
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. TfL is a disability‑confident employer and guarantees an interview to any disabled candidate who meets the essential criteria. Our inclusive recruitment process is designed to represent the city we serve and make our organisation more innovative and efficient.
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