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Town Planner - Edinburgh (Hybrid)
Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 (DOE) + benefits
A leading UK property consultancy is seeking a Town Planner to join its growing Edinburgh team. This is a great opportunity to work within a respected, multidisciplinary environment that combines planning expertise with commercial property, valuation, and development consultancy services.
The business is known for its pragmatic, client-focused approach and for delivering commercially astute planning advice across a wide range of sectors, including mixed-use regeneration, residential, commercial, retail, and infrastructure.
The Role
As a Town Planner, you'll contribute to the delivery of planning advice and development strategies for a diverse client base. You'll work closely with senior colleagues, gaining exposure to high-profile projects and helping clients unlock the full potential of their land and property assets.
This is a fantastic step for someone looking to build their career within a consultancy that offers both autonomy and structured professional development.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting with the preparation and management of planning applications and appeals
- Providing planning policy and development advice to clients and colleagues
- Supporting site appraisals, feasibility studies, and stakeholder engagement
- Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and design teams
- Contributing to project management and client reporting
About You
- MRTPI qualified or working towards chartered status
- Around 2-5 years' experience in a planning consultancy or local authority role
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A proactive, commercially minded approach
- Confidence in managing multiple projects and deadlines
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Hybrid working arrangement with a central Edinburgh office base
- Support for RTPI accreditation and ongoing CPD
- Exposure to a diverse range of projects across Scotland and the wider UK
- A collaborative, sociable team culture within a respected property consultancy
If you're looking to progress your planning career within a well-established and commercially focused consultancy offering excellent career prospects, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply or find out more, contact Neil Ellerton at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
