Graduate Town Planner

Graduate Town Planner - Edinburgh Location: 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 Role As 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 You We'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