Consultant / Senior Planning Consultant Location: Edinburgh About the Company A leading integrated Planning and Strategic Communications consultancy is seeking a talented Consultant or Senior Planning Consultant to join its Edinburgh office. The firm operates across the UK and Ireland, delivering commercially focused strategic advice and securing planning approvals across a wide range of sectors, including energy, infrastructure, residential, retail, commercial, industrial, healthcare, tourism, and leisure. The Role This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planning professional to join a growing Edinburgh team. You will work closely with senior leadership to manage an expanding caseload and support the delivery of diverse projects across Great Britain. Key responsibilities include: Assisting in the management and delivery of planning projects across multiple sectors Supporting senior colleagues in project coordination and client engagement Contributing to business development and the continued growth of the GB portfolio Managing deadlines and delivering high-quality outputs in a fast-paced environment This role offers strong potential for career progression and ongoing professional development, with a clear pathway towards Associate level. About You You will be a motivated and capable planning professional with: A degree and/or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning A minimum of 2 years’ post-graduate professional experience RTPI Chartered status or working towards it Strong knowledge of the Scottish planning system (essential) and experience of the English system (desirable) Additional requirements: Excellent IT skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Strong organisational and time management abilities Effective problem-solving and negotiation skills Ability to manage a varied workload and meet tight deadlines Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle If you are looking to take the next step in your planning career within a dynamic and growing consultancy, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your expertise and progress professionally. If interested, please get in touch – marta@zodiacrecruitment.co.uk / 01792 677 005