Chartered Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy is seeking a Chartered Senior Town Planner in Edinburgh. You will oversee diverse planning projects and provide expert advice to clients, while also mentoring junior staff and contributing to business development. This role offers an excellent opportunity for career growth with a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Career progression path

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Proven track record in town planning.
• Significant experience in planning for private and public sector.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing planning projects from inception to completion.
• Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals.
• Mentoring junior team members and contributing to business development.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Strategic Thinking

Education

MRTPI qualification

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Client:

Penguin Recruitment

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Chartered Senior Town Planner
Location: Edinburgh

About the Role:
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Chartered Senior Town Planner to join a well-established and dynamic planning consultancy based in Edinburgh. As a Senior Town Planner, you will take on a leadership role in managing a diverse range of planning projects, from residential and commercial developments to public sector initiatives. You will be expected to lead planning applications, provide strategic advice to clients, and manage key relationships with stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading and managing planning projects from inception to completion.
• Providing expert advice to clients, including landowners, developers, and public sector bodies.
• Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals.
• Managing relationships with local authorities and other key stakeholders.
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team.
• Contributing to business development and helping to grow the firm’s client base.
• Keeping up to date with planning policy and industry developments.

The Ideal Candidate:

• MRTPI qualified with a proven track record in town planning.
• Significant experience in planning, with a focus on both private and public sector projects.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience in dealing with complex planning issues and providing strategic solutions.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive, client-focused approach with a passion for delivering high-quality planning outcomes.

Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to further your career in planning within a supportive, growth-focused environment. The company offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a clear career progression path. You will have the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of exciting projects, with the flexibility of working in a collaborative and modern office environment.

If you are a highly motivated and experienced Chartered Senior Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.