Town Planner - Edinburgh (Hybrid)

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 (DOE) + benefits

A leading UK property consultancy is seeking a Town Planner to join its growing Edinburgh team. This is a great opportunity to work within a respected, multidisciplinary environment that combines planning expertise with commercial property, valuation, and development consultancy services.

The business is known for its pragmatic, client-focused approach and for delivering commercially astute planning advice across a wide range of sectors, including mixed-use regeneration, residential, commercial, retail, and infrastructure.

The Role

As a Town Planner, you'll contribute to the delivery of planning advice and development strategies for a diverse client base. You'll work closely with senior colleagues, gaining exposure to high-profile projects and helping clients unlock the full potential of their land and property assets.

This is a fantastic step for someone looking to build their career within a consultancy that offers both autonomy and structured professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation and management of planning applications and appeals
• Providing planning policy and development advice to clients and colleagues
• Supporting site appraisals, feasibility studies, and stakeholder engagement
• Liaising with local authorities, consultants, and design teams
• Contributing to project management and client reporting

About You

• MRTPI qualified or working towards chartered status
• Around 2-5 years' experience in a planning consultancy or local authority role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, commercially minded approach
• Confidence in managing multiple projects and deadlines

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working arrangement with a central Edinburgh office base
• Support for RTPI accreditation and ongoing CPD
• Exposure to a diverse range of projects across Scotland and the wider UK
• A collaborative, sociable team culture within a respected property consultancy

If you're looking to progress your planning career within a well-established and commercially focused consultancy offering excellent career prospects, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, contact Neil Ellerton at Penguin Recruitment on or email