Senior Town Planner
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- Scotland,Midlothian
- Full Time, Permanent
- £35,000 - £45,000 per annum
Job Description:
Job Title: Senior Town Planner
Location: Edinburgh
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading property consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Edinburgh.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join a highly respected consultancy, working across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, retail, infrastructure, and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate will play a key role in project delivery, client management, and strategic planning advice.
THE ROLE
As a Senior Town Planner, you will lead on planning projects from initial appraisal through to submission and determination.
You will manage client relationships, provide strategic planning advice, and support junior team members, continuing to develop your career as a Senior Town Planner within a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Leading and managing planning applications and appeals
* Preparing and reviewing high-quality planning reports and supporting documentation
* Providing strategic planning advice to clients
* Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders
* Supporting and mentoring junior team members
* Attending client meetings, consultations, and site visits
* Contributing to business development and networking activities
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
* MRTPI qualified
* Strong experience within a planning consultancy or similar environment
* Excellent understanding of the UK planning system
* Strong communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills
* Proven ability to manage projects and deadlines
* Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
WHAT’S ON OFFER
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to work on high-profile and diverse planning projects
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Clear progression opportunities
* Ongoing professional development and career support
Interested? Contact Joel Bland on or email at
Location: Edinburgh
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading property consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their team in Edinburgh.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join a highly respected consultancy, working across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, retail, infrastructure, and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate will play a key role in project delivery, client management, and strategic planning advice.
THE ROLE
As a Senior Town Planner, you will lead on planning projects from initial appraisal through to submission and determination.
You will manage client relationships, provide strategic planning advice, and support junior team members, continuing to develop your career as a Senior Town Planner within a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Leading and managing planning applications and appeals
* Preparing and reviewing high-quality planning reports and supporting documentation
* Providing strategic planning advice to clients
* Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders
* Supporting and mentoring junior team members
* Attending client meetings, consultations, and site visits
* Contributing to business development and networking activities
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline
* MRTPI qualified
* Strong experience within a planning consultancy or similar environment
* Excellent understanding of the UK planning system
* Strong communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills
* Proven ability to manage projects and deadlines
* Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
WHAT’S ON OFFER
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Opportunity to work on high-profile and diverse planning projects
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Clear progression opportunities
* Ongoing professional development and career support
Interested? Contact Joel Bland on or email at
Job number 3727527
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