Associate Town Planner | Associate Director

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Associate or Associate Director of Town Planning to join their team in Scotland. The role involves leading complex planning projects, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior staff. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in consultancy and strong leadership skills. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experienced Town Planner with a proven track record in consultancy.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to drive team performance.
• Experience across multiple sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex planning projects across sectors.
• Manage key client relationships and business development.
• Prepare and review high-quality planning applications.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Strategic communication

Client management

Education

Chartered or working towards MRTPI status

Job description

Job Title: Associate or Associate Director of Town Planning

Location: Edinburgh or Galashiels

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a growing planning practice in their search for an experienced Associate or Associate Director to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to take a senior role, leading projects and shaping the growth of the practice.

About the Role

The practice delivers projects across all development sectors, working on diverse and high-profile schemes throughout Scotland and the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex planning projects across residential, commercial, and renewable sectors
• Manage key client relationships and contribute to business development strategies
• Prepare and review high-quality planning applications, reports, and supporting documentation
• Ensure successful project delivery, including budgets, timelines, and stakeholder engagement
• Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment

What We’re Looking For

• Experienced Town Planner with a proven track record in consultancy, ideally across multiple sectors
• Strong leadership, project management, and strategic communication skills
• Experience in client management and business development
• Chartered or working towards MRTPI status
• Ability to drive team performance and contribute to the growth of the practice

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking team environment

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates as soon as possible. If you meet the criteria above, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on 01792361770 or email [e-mail].