Assistant Town Planner - Infrastructure Team

Job Title: Assistant Planner - Infrastructure Team
Location: London
Salary: Competitive

Reference: SC1362

The Company

• Respected independent consultancy specializing in planning and development services
• Seeking a motivated individual for the Infrastructure Team, focusing on energy, transport, waste, and utilities projects
• Recently transitioned to an employee-owned model, fostering a collaborative work environment
• Values diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates

The Role

• Support significant UK infrastructure projects, including nuclear power stations and renewable energy initiatives
• Assist with Development Consent Order (DCO) applications
• Research planning policies and prepare representations
• Draft reports, planning statements, and pre-application letters
• Prepare and submit applications, and attend meetings to take minutes

About You

• Degree in a relevant subject; RTPI accreditation preferred
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
• Understanding of the UK planning system
• Relevant experience in a consultancy environment
• Active interest in large-scale infrastructure projects

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Training program and support for professional accreditation
• Mentorship opportunities within and outside the team
• Pension scheme
• 28 days of annual leave plus public holidays
• Additional benefits after probation, including private medical insurance and a discretionary bonus

Interested in this or other roles in Town Planning please do not hesitate to contact Sofia Conte (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.