Spatial Planning and Development - Year in Industry

Please note: This role may close soon depending on the level of interest so don’t miss out! Thank you for your interest in applying for this role. We’d like to remind you that you must ensure you are eligible for this scheme before applying. Please read through the eligibility criteria below carefully and ensure that you are eligible before applying. This application will also contain a series of questions to establish whether or not you are eligible. It is important that you take great care in reading and answering these questions as we will not be able to revert your application if an error is made. Please Note: We only allow one application for any of our Graduate, Year in Industry or Summer Internships schemes per year. Any subsequent applications will be withdrawn Spatial Planning and Development – Year in Industry Shape the future of London through planning, development and transport. The Year in Industry scheme provides the opportunity to gain real-world experience in planning and the built environment, building on your university studies and helping you take the next step towards a professional career. At Transport for London (TfL), we are offering two distinct Year in Industry pathways , each providing unique experiences. To guide your development, you will be asked to express a preference for one of the following pathways upon application. Placement information has been provided for both pathways to support you in making a decision. Spatial Planning Spatial Planning is at the heart of major planning and investment decisions, we are responsible for helping ensure it stays that way. We are looking for people with big ideas and a passion for planning to help shape the future of the Capital. Places for London Places for London, is TfL’s dedicated commercial property company to manage its commercial estate and property development. We play a key role in shaping London. This will be a role focussed on the delivery of housing on TfL’s surplus land and commercial development. Salary £27,029 Location Dependent on the pathway you choose, you will be based at the locations provided. Spatial Planning - Stratford, London, E20 1JN Places for London - Victoria, London, SW1 You will be expected to be in the office 4 days a week. With agreement from your manager you may work from home one day per week. What we offer You will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow. Rewards vary according to the business area but mostly include: Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominee who lives in the same household Discounted national rail and Eurostar travel Minimum 28 days Annual leave (Pro rata dependent on role) plus public and bank holidays. Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme Retail, health, leisure and travel offers & many more Duration 1 year Entry requirements You will be studying towards a minimum 2:2 degree in urban planning, geography, or another relevant built environment or real estate discipline. To be eligible, you must have completed at least two years of your degree by Summer 2027 and be undertaking a sandwich placement as part of your course. This may be: an undergraduate sandwich degree programme (typically four years in duration, including a placement year), or an integrated master's programme such as an MPlan (typically five years in duration, including a placement year). Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of this scheme . This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa scheme. If you do not have the right to work in the UK or only have a right to work here for a limited time, you should be aware that TfL will be unable to sponsor you for this role. Proposed start date 6th September 2027 Job overview Help shape the future of London through planning, development and transport. Our Spatial Planning & Development Year in Industry programme offers two distinct pathways. The Spatial Planning pathway focuses on the relationship between transport and growth across London. You'll help shape planning policy, support major development projects, plan future transport infrastructure and work with a range of stakeholders to deliver the Mayor's vision for Good Growth. The Planning & Development pathway is based within Places for London , TfL's commercial property company. You'll support the delivery of new homes, jobs and mixed-use developments across TfL's estate, helping to secure planning permissions, influence development proposals and promote high-quality, sustainable design. Whichever pathway you join, you'll gain hands-on experience, work on real projects and contribute to the sustainable growth and success of one of the world's most dynamic cities. What will I be doing? Spatial Planning You will work at the cutting edge of the relationship between development and transport. You will make a valuable contribution to exciting and innovative proposals across London, many of which are of national significance, while developing your understanding of the planning process. Opportunities to become a Spatial Planning Assistant at TfL are expected to be available across all teams in the department. Development Management The Development Management team helps ensure that new development supports the Mayor’s planning priorities while safeguarding and promoting London’s transport operations and infrastructure. Assess planning applications against relevant local and regional planning policies, including the principles of Healthy Streets, Vision Zero and Good Growth. Identify and help resolve transport issues, while seeking opportunities to deliver new and improved transport infrastructure through development. Work closely with teams across TfL, the GLA, local authorities, developers and other key stakeholders. London Plan and Planning Obligations The London Plan and Planning Obligations team helps shape planning policy at a London-wide level and ensures that developer contributions support critical transport infrastructure. Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic planning policy, including the London Plan. Analyse income from the Mayoral Community Infrastructure Levy, comment on planning applications and respond to Local Plan consultations. Work closely with teams across TfL, the GLA, local authorities, developers and other key stakeholders. Growth and Masterplanning The Growth and Masterplanning team helps shape how London grows, ensuring that new development is well connected, inclusive and sustainable. Develop area-based plans for key growth locations, Opportunity Areas and major transport interchanges. Support studies and project teams by setting objectives, guiding analysis and developing evidence-based recommendations. Work with teams across TfL and external stakeholders to identify transport solutions that respond to London’s changing needs. Section 278 Highways The Section 278 Highways team manages the delivery of highway and public realm improvements associated with new development across London. Support the design and delivery of highway and public realm works through the Section 278 programme. Work collaboratively with teams across Spatial Planning, engineers and network performance colleagues throughout project design and implementation. Help deliver road safety benefits and other highway improvements in line with the Mayor’s Healthy Streets and Vision Zero priorities. Planning & Development You will be a Planning and Development Assistant in the Homes, Partnerships & Development (HPD) team; You will make a valuable contribution to exciting and innovative projects in London, helping you to develop your understanding of planning and development issues and processes. Helping realise Mayoral objectives to del