Assistant Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Easter Howgate; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Scotland is seeking an Assistant Town Planner to support the delivery of planning activities related to renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Town Planning or a related field, and should possess strong communication, research, and organizational skills. This role offers opportunities for career development within a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Career development support

Exposure to significant planning projects

Friendly team atmosphere

Hybrid working environment

Qualifications

• A degree (or postgraduate degree) in Town Planning, Environmental Planning, Geography, or a related field.
• Ideally some experience in a planning role (public or private sector), though strong graduates will also be considered.
• Interest in renewable energy, environmental planning, or sustainable development.

Responsibilities

• Preparing planning applications and supporting documents.
• Conducting site assessments and planning policy research.
• Assisting with community engagement and consultation activities.
• Supporting appeals and environmental submissions.
• Liaising with local authorities, stakeholders, and consultants.
• Helping coordinate planning inputs for renewable energy and infrastructure schemes.

Skills

Strong written communication

Research skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Interest in renewable energy

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related field

Job description

Assistant Town Planner – Edinburgh

£28,000‑£35,000 + benefits + career development

Forward‑Thinking Renewable Energy & Infrastructure Developer

The Role

Working closely with senior planners and project managers, you will support the delivery of a range of planning activities, including:

• Preparing planning applications and supporting documents
• Conducting site assessments and planning policy research
• Assisting with community engagement and consultation activities
• Supporting appeals and environmental submissions
• Liaising with local authorities, stakeholders, and consultants
• Helping coordinate planning inputs for renewable energy and infrastructure schemes

This is a role where you'll see the full lifecycle of complex, nationally significant projects while developing strong technical skills.

What You'll Bring

• A degree (or postgraduate degree) in Town Planning, Environmental Planning, Geography, or a related field
• Ideally some experience in a planning role (public or private sector), though strong graduates will also be considered
• A genuine interest in renewable energy, environmental planning, or sustainable development
• Strong written communication, research, and organisational skills
• A proactive, curious approach with a desire to learn and develop

Why Join?

• Work on meaningful projects that contribute to the UK's renewable energy and sustainability goals
• Clear professional development pathway, including support toward RTPI Chartership
• Small, friendly team where your work genuinely matters
• Hybrid working and a positive, people‑focused culture
• Exposure to major planning projects far beyond what is typical at this career stage

Interested?

If you'd like to discuss the role, company culture, or progression opportunities, feel free to get in touch for a confidential chat. I'm happy to share the full brief and answer any questions you may have.

Job Info

Company: Penguin Recruitment

Sector: Consulting | Contract: Permanent | Hours: Full Time

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