Job Title: Assistant Planner - Infrastructure Team
Location:London
Salary: Competitive
Reference: SC1363
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 or call . 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.