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Where

City

Type

Permanent

Salary

45000 Annual

Job Title: Planner Location: Soho, London

Are you a driven Planning professional looking to work on some of the most high-profile developments in the UK? We're working with a highly regarded, employee-owned consultancy that is seeking a Planner to join its dynamic London team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to large-scale, residential-led projects while developing your career in a supportive and ambitious environment.

Why Apply?
  • Competitive salary and benefits package

  • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

  • Pension scheme

  • Comprehensive training and development programme

  • Flexible working and employee well-being support

  • Discretionary bonus scheme (post probation)

  • Private medical insurance (including pre-existing conditions), cash health plan & private GP

  • Professional membership fees paid

  • Interest-free travel loans & cycle scheme

  • Inclusive, employee-owned business where your voice truly matters

The Role

As a Planner, you will play an integral role in supporting and delivering a wide range of planning projects, primarily large residential-led schemes across London. You'll work closely with senior colleagues and clients, providing expert support throughout the planning process.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Drafting key planning documents and submitting applications

  • Supporting senior colleagues in delivering strategic and technical advice

  • Liaising with clients, local authority officers, and stakeholders to progress projects

  • Preparing research, reports, notes, and correspondence for project manager review

  • Reviewing planning policy and legislation to inform strategies

  • Attending client and project meetings, and representing the business at public events

  • Assisting with fee proposals, tenders, and consultant team management

  • Coaching and supporting junior team members

About You

We're looking for someone who is motivated, commercially aware, and keen to grow within a consultancy environment. The ideal candidate will have:

  • A degree (or higher) in a relevant subject

  • RTPI accreditation (or working towards it)

  • Experience of submitting small-scale applications (e.g. condition discharge)

  • Knowledge of the London planning system

  • Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills

  • Good understanding of UK planning law, development management, and local plans

  • A collaborative and professional approach, with the confidence to take responsibility and client-facing roles

Apply today for a confidential discussion.

How to Apply

To apply or find out more, please contact Sofia at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

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