Senior Town Planner - Edinburgh
Permanent | Salary + benefits
Are you a driven and ambitious Senior Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career? I'm working exclusively with a highly respected planning consultancy with a growing presence across Scotland, and they're looking to add a talented planner to their Edinburgh team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking practice where you'll play a key role in shaping a diverse range of development projects across urban, rural, and environmental sectors.
The Role
As a Senior Town Planner, you will:
Manage a varied portfolio of planning applications, appeals, and strategic land promotions
Provide expert guidance to clients, landowners, developers, and stakeholders
Prepare planning statements, design & access statements, and site appraisals
Lead on pre-application discussions and public consultations
Support junior team members and contribute to business development activities
Represent the consultancy at committee meetings, hearings, and public events
About You
You'll be a great fit if you have:
MRTPI status (or are very close to chartership)
Strong experience within a planning consultancy or local authority environment
Excellent understanding of Scottish planning policy and legislation
Strong written communication and project-management skills
Confidence in client-facing situations and a collaborative working style
What's On Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
Clear progression opportunities within an expanding Scottish practice
Flexible working options
Supportive leadership and exposure to high-profile, meaningful projects
A friendly, professional team environment in the heart of Edinburgh
How to Apply
If you're ready to take the next step in your planning career and would like to find out more, please send your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
I'd love to tell you more about this excellent opportunity