Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Planner
Planner at Penguin Recruitment Ltd, based in London, South East England, paying £34,000 - £50,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £34,000 - £50,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- London, South East England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Local Government
12% below the typical rate for local government
Reference 57484976
About the role
Job title: Town Planner/Senior Town Planner
Location: London
Salary: Competitive
I'm currently working on behalf of a highly respected, design-led planning and development consultancy in London that is looking to appoint either a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to join their growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded planner who wants to work on high-quality, complex projects across London and the South East - within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.
The OpportunityYou'll be joining a well-established consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering planning strategy, development management, and regeneration advice across a diverse portfolio of projects.
The role offers exposure to:
Major residential and mixed-use schemes
Urban regeneration projects
Commercial and strategic land developments
Appeals and planning strategy work
High-profile London-based sites
Depending on your level, you'll either be developing your project leadership skills or already leading client relationships and mentoring junior team members.
About YouFor Town Planner level:
MRTPI qualified (or working towards)
Experience within a consultancy or local authority
Strong report writing and project coordination skills
Confident communicator with clients and stakeholders
For Senior Town Planner level:
MRTPI qualified
Proven experience managing planning applications and appeals
Strong client-facing and business development skills
Experience mentoring or supporting junior staff
Commercial awareness and strategic thinking
Supportive, collaborative team culture
Genuine career progression opportunities
Exposure to complex and high-value projects
Competitive salary and benefits package
Central London office location
Hybrid working
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planner who wants to accelerate their career in a respected consultancy environment where quality and professionalism are paramount.
If you'd like to discuss this opportunity confidentially, please get in touch for further details.
Reference: 57484976 · Posted 16 hours ago · Closes 3 Dec 2026 · Listed via Penguin Recruitment Ltd
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