Town Planner

This role requires a Town Planner to manage planning applications and development projects within the property sector. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with planning regulations while delivering exceptional support to the team.

The employer is a small-sized organisation specialising in the property industry. They are known for their commitment to delivering high-quality services and providing a supportive working environment for their employees.

The role requires a confident planner that can take lead responsibility for day-to-day running of projects, supporting clients through the planning system and delivering positive outcomes. They will have a central role in the Planning & Development Team, working closely with more senior members of the team and directly contributing to a diverse range of planning work. Core roles and responsibilities will include:

• Advising and preparing planning applications of all scales for a range of sectors / land uses, including coordination of multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Advising clients on Town Planning strategy and approach
• Leading the preparation of LDP (and wider policy) representations
• Leading the preparation of planning research & reporting (eg. Design Codes, LDP Evidence Base Reporting)
• Client and stakeholder liaison across all projects, including attending meetings (in-person and virtual)
• Representing clients at Pre-Application and wider Stakeholder meetings.
• Coordinating, managing, and attending public consultation events to support planning applications, and overseeing wider consultation requirements.
• Maintaining a sound understanding of evolving policy and legislative environment and advising clients as necessary.
• Sound technical knowledge of the Scottish planning system - including statutory instruments, policy-making, and decision-making processes.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to independently manage time and resource across multiple projects and clients.

• Bachelors (or Masters) Level Degree in spatial / town planning (or other relevant discipline) and Chartered Membership of the RTPI.
• A track record in the submission and successful determination of major planning applications, working with full range of supporting disciplines / technical specialisms including EIA.
• An enthusiastic approach to professional work and a 'can-do' attitude
• A positive attitude towards innovation, skills development, and improving our practices in how we service client needs and deliver positive planning outcomes

• Competitive salary
• Permanent position with long-term career opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative company culture.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of projects within the property industry.
• Convenient location in Edinburgh with opportunities for local development.

If you are an experienced Town Planner looking to advance your career in the property industry, we encourage you to apply today!