Associate Director - Town Planner in Edinburgh
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Job Description
Associate Director – Town Planning\n\nEdinburgh\n£70,000 – £85,000 + benefits\n\nA leading UK and Ireland planning consultancy is seeking a commercially minded Associate Director (Town Planning) to help lead and grow its expanding Scottish practice. With a strong pipeline of major development, infrastructure and energy projects, this is an opportunity to combine hands-on project delivery with leadership, client management and strategic business growth.\n\nThe Role\n\nThis senior position offers scope to take ownership of complex planning projects while shaping the consultancy’s presence across Scotland. You’ll work closely with clients, manage multidisciplinary teams, and play a key role in driving business development and strategic direction.\n\nKey responsibilities include:\n\nLeading major planning applications, strategies and appeals\nSupporting large-scale development and infrastructure projects\nDeveloping new business opportunities and contributing to bids and tenders\nBuilding lasting relationships with clients, local authorities and key stakeholders\nMentoring and developing junior planners\nWorking collaboratively with in-house communications specialists on engagement and consultation activitiesAbout the Consultancy:\n\nThis firm stands out for its integrated planning and communications model, combining technical expertise with effective stakeholder engagement.
Operating across both the UK and Ireland, it brings deep insight into differing policy and regulatory frameworks — and is known for delivering commercially grounded, design-led outcomes that shape great places.\n\nYou’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, technical excellence and entrepreneurial thinking, with clear opportunities to influence growth and progress toward Director level.\n\nWhat You’ll Need:\n\nMRTPI chartered status\nExtensive UK planning experience, including knowledge of Scottish planning systems\nA proven ability to develop business and grow client accounts\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills\nConfidence working both autonomously and as part of a leadership team\nA proactive, commercially aware, and collaborative mindsetSalary & Benefits:\n\n£70,000 – £85,000 (DOE)\nAnnual bonus and profit share\nHybrid working (Edinburgh base)\nPrivate healthcare and pension\nFully funded RTPI membership & CPD\n25+ days holiday (with purchase options)\nFlexible working hours and strong work-life balance\nDefined pathway to Director levelHow to apply:\n\nTo express your interest or find out more, please contact Callum Jones via (url removed)
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