Senior/Principal

Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid Working Available)

Are you an experienced Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career? We are delighted to present an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and respected independent planning consultancy as a Senior or Principal Town Planner in their expanding Edinburgh office.

Our client is renowned for delivering commercially focused and design-led planning advice across a diverse range of sectors, including residential, rural, leisure, and mixed-use developments. With a strong presence in Scotland and the North, they work with a broad portfolio of private and public sector clients. This role offers a collaborative working environment, a varied project portfolio, and clear opportunities for career progression.

As a Senior or Principal Town Planner, you will:

• Prepare and manage a variety of planning applications, appeals, and supporting documentation.
• Provide high-quality planning advice to clients across key sectors.
• Conduct site assessments, policy analysis, and pre-application discussions.
• Represent clients at planning committees, hearings, and community engagement events.
• Lead client communications and manage projects of varying complexity.
• Support and mentor junior colleagues, contributing to their professional development.
• Play an active role in business development and the growth of the Edinburgh office.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• MRTPI qualification with post-qualification experience as a Senior or Principal Town Planner.
• Strong knowledge of Scottish planning legislation, policy, and procedures.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and meet client expectations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to working within a consultancy team.

Your typical day may include:

• Meeting with clients to discuss project requirements and provide planning advice.
• Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals.
• Conducting site visits and liaising with local authorities.
• Attending planning committees, hearings, or public consultation events.
• Collaborating with colleagues on project strategies and deliverables.
• Mentoring junior team members and sharing your expertise.

• A competitive salary and benefits package tailored to your experience.
• Flexible hybrid working options with a central Edinburgh office base.
• Opportunity to work on a varied and interesting project portfolio.
• A supportive and sociable company culture with a strong team ethos.
• Clear progression opportunities to Associate level and beyond.

If you are ready to take the next step in your planning career and join a consultancy that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth, we would love to hear from you.

Contact Joel Bland on or email at to apply or learn more about this exciting opportunity.