Associate Director Town Planner

Aztrum; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK and Ireland planning consultancy is seeking an Associate Director (Town Planning) to lead its growing Scottish practice in Edinburgh. You'll manage complex planning projects, mentor junior staff, and develop client relationships while contributing to strategic business growth. This role offers a hybrid working model with an attractive salary of £70k–£85k, along with a range of benefits including private healthcare and a defined pathway to Director level.

Benefits

Annual bonus and profit share

Private healthcare and pension

Fully funded RTPI membership & CPD

25 days holiday with purchase options

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Scottish planning systems.
• Proven ability in client account growth.
• Experience in leadership and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Lead major planning applications and strategies.
• Support large-scale development projects.
• Develop business opportunities and contribute to bids.

Skills

MRTPI chartered status

Extensive UK planning experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Business development ability

Confidence in leadership

Collaborative mindset

Job description

Associate Director Town Planning

Edinburgh

benefits

A leading UK and Ireland planning consultancy is seeking a commercially minded Associate Director (Town Planning) to help lead and grow its expanding Scottish practice. With a strong pipeline of major development infrastructure and energy projects this is an opportunity to combine hands‑on project delivery with leadership client management and strategic business growth.

The Role

This senior position offers scope to take ownership of complex planning projects while shaping the consultancys presence across Scotland. Youll work closely with clients manage multidisciplinary teams and play a key role in driving business development and strategic direction.

Key responsibilities include :

• Leading major planning applications strategies and appeals
• Supporting large-scale development and infrastructure projects
• Developing new business opportunities and contributing to bids and tenders
• Building lasting relationships with clients local authorities and key stakeholders
• Mentoring and developing junior planners
• Working collaboratively with in‑house communications specialists on engagement and consultation activities

About the Consultancy :

This firm stands out for its integrated planning and communications model combining technical expertise with effective stakeholder engagement. Operating across both the UK and Ireland it brings deep insight into differing policy and regulatory frameworks and is known for delivering commercially grounded design‑led outcomes that shape great places.

Youll join a collaborative multidisciplinary team that values innovation technical excellence and entrepreneurial thinking with clear opportunities to influence growth and progress toward Director level.

What Youll Need :

• MRTPI chartered status
• Extensive UK planning experience including knowledge of Scottish planning systems
• A proven ability to develop business and grow client accounts
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence working both autonomously and as part of a leadership team
• A proactive commercially aware and collaborative mindset

Salary & Benefits

• (DOE)
• Annual bonus and profit share
• Hybrid working (Edinburgh base)
• Private healthcare and pension
• Fully funded RTPI membership & CPD
• 25 days holiday (with purchase options)
• Flexible working hours and strong work‑life balance
• Defined pathway to Director level

How to apply :

To express your interest or find out more please contact Callum Jones via

Key Skills

Program assessment,FDA Regulations,Manufacturing & Controls,Program Evaluation,budget forecast,Research Experience,Operations Management,Research & Development,Strategic Planning,Contract Management,Leadership Experience,negotiation

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 70000 - 85000