Town Planner

Carrington West; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected planning consultancy based in Edinburgh is seeking a Town Planner to join their team. The role offers responsibility in managing planning applications on major commercial projects across the UK. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of the UK planning system and excellent communication skills. This position also offers a flexible three-day office schedule and a supportive environment. Interested candidates should apply quickly to seize this unique opportunity.

Benefits

Flexible 3-day office schedule

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for progression

Qualifications

• Experience in managing and delivering planning applications for commercial developments.
• Background in engaging with clients, consultants, and local authorities.
• Commercial project experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver planning applications for commercial developments.
• Collaborate with a small, experienced team of planners.
• Provide strategic planning advice and ensure timely project delivery.

Skills

Strong knowledge of the UK planning system

Confident communicator

Proactive mindset

Education

Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) or working towards it

Job description

Town Planner

Private Sector • Edinburgh • £30,000 - £35,000

Carrington West are pleased to be working with a respected planning consultancy based in Edinburgh, currently seeking a Town Planner to join their close-knit team of five.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal role offering genuine responsibility and the chance to work on major commercial projects nationwide, including high-profile schemes with clients.

What You'll Be Doing as a Town Planner:

• Managing and delivering planning applications for commercial developments across the UK
• Working collaboratively with a small, experienced team of planners
• Engaging with clients, consultants, and local authorities
• Providing strategic planning advice and ensuring timely project delivery

What We're Looking For in a Town Planner:

• Ideally a Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) or working towards it
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system
• Confident communicator with a proactive mindset
• Commercial project experience is a plus

Why Join?

• Flexible 3-day office schedule in central Edinburgh
• Supportive, tight-knit team where your voice is heard
• Opportunity to work on high-impact national projectsReal progression and development within a well-regarded firm

This role will move quickly and is a unique opportunity so please get in touch as soon as possible. To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed).

If you are a Town Planner who is interested in job opportunities, but this role is not of interest, please still apply, and then we can consider you for other positions.

Job Reference Number: 59595