Senior/Principal Town Planner - Edinburgh, Scotland

Zodiac Recruitment; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A planning consultancy in Edinburgh is seeking a Senior/Principal Town Planner to manage diverse planning applications and enhance client relationships. This role offers a competitive salary of £35k-£45k and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment with a hybrid work model. Applicants should have over 5 years of experience and knowledge of the Scottish planning system. Join a valued team in a growing consultancy.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in the planning industry.
• Membership of the RTPI or eligibility for membership.
• Experience in managing caseloads for planning applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop the company’s client base.
• Manage caseloads for various planning applications.
• Build relationships with clients.

Skills

Knowledge of the Scottish planning system

Client relationship management

Proactive planning applications

Renewable energy sector experience

Education

Accredited degree in Town Planning

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Senior/Principal Town Planner - Edinburgh, Scotland, Edinburgh

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Client:

Zodiac Recruitment

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Salary £35k-£45k Vacancy type Permanent Categories Town Planning

Senior/ Principal Town Planner

Scotland

£35k- £45k

Our client is a highly reputable planning consultant looking for a Town Planner at Senior/Principal level to join their team in Edinburgh. The company is a small, established, and expanding consultancy where their team is genuinely valued. The role will be on a hybrid working basis and the successful candidate will be working on and leading a diverse range and scale of projects.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Developing the company’s client base and enhancing the company’s reputation.
2. Managing caseloads for various types of planning applications, with an emphasis on the renewable energy sector.
3. Proactively working on a range of planning applications and appeals.
4. Building relationships with new and existing clients.
5. Having good knowledge of the Scottish planning system.
6. Being a member of the RTPI with an accredited degree in Town Planning (candidates eligible for RTPI membership will also be considered).
7. Possessing 5+ years’ experience in the industry.

The company offers a competitive starting salary between £35k-£45k along with excellent benefits!