Senior Town Planner

Edinburgh, Scotland

£45000 - £65000 per annum

Full Time

Engineering, Town Planning

6 June 2026

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Senior Town Planner – Edinburgh
Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits

A highly respected property and planning consultancy is looking to appoint an ambitious Senior Town Planner to join its established Edinburgh team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded planner to work on a broad range of high-profile projects across Scotland and the wider UK.

Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, you will advise a diverse client base including developers, investors, landowners, public sector organisations and private clients on complex planning matters across residential, commercial, mixed-use, energy and regeneration schemes.

The Role

  • Managing a varied portfolio of planning projects from inception through to determination
  • Preparing and submitting planning applications, appraisals and appeals
  • Providing strategic planning advice to clients
  • Liaising with local authorities, stakeholders and consultant teams
  • Supporting business development activities and maintaining strong client relationships
  • Mentoring junior team members where appropriate

About You

  • MRTPI qualified (or working towards chartership with relevant experience)
  • Strong background within either consultancy or local authority planning
  • Excellent report writing and communication skills
  • Commercial awareness and client-facing experience
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
  • Knowledge of the Scottish planning system is essential

Why Apply?

  • Opportunity to work on prestigious and complex projects
  • Strong pipeline of work across multiple sectors
  • Supportive and collaborative team culture
  • Clear career progression opportunities
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • Flexible and hybrid working environment

This position would suit an experienced planner looking to take the next step in their career within a well-established and highly regarded consultancy environment in Edinburgh.

For a confidential discussion or to find out more, please get in touch.

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