Senior Town Planner - Edinburgh (Hybrid)
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (DOE) + benefits
A highly regarded UK property consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Town Planner to its established Edinburgh office. The firm has a strong commercial focus and provides integrated planning, valuation, agency, and development services to a wide range of private and public sector clients.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious planner to take the next step in their career within a business known for its professional credibility, supportive culture, and commitment to quality. You'll be joining a well-connected team with an excellent reputation across Scotland for delivering sound planning advice and securing positive results for clients.
The Role
As Senior Planner, you'll lead on a variety of planning projects - from complex urban redevelopment schemes to strategic land promotion and regeneration work. You'll play a key client-facing role, working collaboratively with colleagues across multiple disciplines to provide commercially driven, pragmatic planning solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Leading on planning applications, appeals, and development appraisals
Providing strategic advice to clients and local authorities
Coordinating multidisciplinary inputs and managing project timelines
Mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to team development
Assisting with business development and maintaining client relationshipsAbout You
MRTPI qualified (or equivalent)
Minimum of 4 years' relevant experience, ideally in private consultancy
Strong understanding of the Scottish planning system and development process
Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills
A proactive, professional approach with strong commercial awarenessWhat's on Offer
Competitive salary and discretionary bonus scheme
Hybrid working model with a modern Edinburgh office base
Supportive, collaborative working environment with clear progression pathways
Exposure to a wide range of challenging and high-profile projects
RTPI and CPD support, plus opportunities for leadership developmentIf you're an experienced planner looking to step up or an established Senior Planner seeking a more dynamic, commercially focused environment, this is an opportunity to join a consultancy that truly values its people and their expertise.
To apply or discuss in confidence, contact Neil Ellerton at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) email (url removed)