Edinburgh Town Planner - Major Projects & Career Growth

Penguin Recruitment; Scotland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent planning consultancy in Edinburgh is seeking a Town Planner to join their experienced team. This role involves managing and submitting planning applications, providing planning advice, and engaging with local authorities. Candidates should possess a degree in Town Planning or related field and be MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership. The position offers competitive salary, structured career progression, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Clear career progression

Supportive working environment

Exposure to major projects

Qualifications

• MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership.
• Experience within a consultancy or local authority planning environment.
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage planning applications and documentation.
• Provide commercially focused planning advice to clients.
• Engage with local planning authorities and stakeholders.
• Contribute to planning strategies across sectors.
• Support senior colleagues on complex projects.

Skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Project management

Commercial mindset

Proactivity

Education

Degree in Town Planning or related discipline

Job description

An independent planning consultancy in Edinburgh is seeking a Town Planner to join their experienced team. This role involves managing and submitting planning applications, providing planning advice, and engaging with local authorities. Candidates should possess a degree in Town Planning or related field and be MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership. The position offers competitive salary, structured career progression, and a supportive work environment.