Graduate Town Planner

Graduate Town Planner - EdinburghLocation: Edinburgh (Office-based with flexible working options) Salary: Competitive + Benefits Are you a recent Planning graduate looking to take the next step in your career? Or perhaps you've already gained 6-24 months of planning experience and are looking to join a supportive, growing consultancy where you'll have genuine opportunities to develop? We're working with a well-established and respected planning consultancy in Edinburgh that is looking to appoint a Graduate Town Planner to join its expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced Chartered Planners on a broad range of residential, commercial, rural and mixed-use projects across Scotland, gaining hands-on experience from day one. The RoleAs a Graduate Town Planner, you'll support senior planners throughout the planning process, including: • Preparing planning applications and supporting documentation. • Undertaking planning policy research and site appraisals. • Liaising with local authorities, clients and consultants. • Assisting with planning appeals and representations. • Supporting project delivery across a varied portfolio of developments. You'll receive ongoing mentoring and professional development, with full support towards achieving MRTPI status. About YouWe're keen to hear from candidates who have: • A degree (or postgraduate qualification) in Town Planning or a related RTPI-accredited discipline. • Around 6 months to 2 years' planning experience (public or private sector), although exceptional graduates will also be considered. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. • A proactive attitude and genuine enthusiasm for planning. • A full UK driving licence is advantageous but not essential. Candidates based in or around Edinburgh will be particularly well suited, given the collaborative nature of the role and regular office-based mentoring. What's on Offer • Competitive salary. • Support towards MRTPI qualification. • Ongoing training and career development. • Exposure to a diverse and interesting project portfolio. • Friendly, collaborative team environment. • Clear progression opportunities within a growing consultancy. • Flexible working arrangements and an excellent work-life balance. If you're looking to build your planning career with a consultancy that genuinely invests in its people and offers exposure to high-quality projects across Scotland, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation to learn more about this opportunity.