Associate Director/Director – Town Planning
Job Description
Associate Director/Director – Town Planning
Location: Edinburgh (hybrid working available)
Salary: £65,000 – £75,000 + benefits (DOE)
I am currently working with a well-established, independent and chartered planning consultancy to appoint an Associate Director or Director-level Town Planner for their Edinburgh office. This consultancy has been operating for over a decade and has built a strong reputation for delivering high quality planning and development advice on a wide range of projects throughout the UK. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to strengthen their senior leadership team with a commercially minded planner who can help drive the business forward.
The Role
- Leading and managing complex planning applications, appeals and development strategies
- Providing clear, commercially focused planning advice to a diverse client base
- Playing a key role in growing the planning business, including work winning, client development and identifying new opportunities
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Mentoring and supporting junior planners within the team
- Representing the consultancy at meetings, consultations and industry events
- Contributing to the strategic direction and growth of the Edinburgh office
The Candidate
- MRTPI qualification
- Significant experience in UK town planning, ideally within a consultancy environment
- Proven ability to manage projects and client relationships at a senior level
- A genuine interest in business development and growing a consultancy
- Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills
- Experience in the Scottish planning system is beneficial, but not essential
What’s On Offer
- Competitive salary in the range of £65,000 – £75,000, depending on experience
- A senior role with real influence and autonomy
- Clear scope for progression and long term career development
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Supportive and entrepreneurial working culture
Apply if you are an experienced Town Planner looking to take on a senior leadership role within a growing, independent consultancy, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.
