Assistant Town Planner Location: London Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working with a leading independent planning consultancy in London, who are looking to recruit an Assistant Town Planner to join their busy and growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious graduate or early-career planner to gain hands-on experience working on a wide range of exciting and complex projects across the capital and beyond. Why Join? Competitive starting salary and benefits package Excellent exposure to high-profile projects across sectors including residential, commercial, and mixed-use development Support and mentorship towards achieving RTPI Chartership Collaborative and sociable team environment Flexible and hybrid working arrangements The Role As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support senior colleagues in preparing and submitting planning applications, conducting research, and engaging with clients and local authorities. You'll gain experience across all aspects of the planning process, from site appraisals and feasibility studies to appeals and policy work. Key Responsibilities Assist in the preparation and submission of planning applications and supporting documents Conduct planning research and site appraisals Support in preparing planning statements, appeal documentation, and policy representations Liaise with local planning authorities and stakeholders under supervision Help mana...