Planning Consultant

<div class="text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)"> <div class="[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn"> <div class="flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow"> <div class="min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1" dir="auto" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="7220b172-1691-4cf9-bd5f-cb2fbfcf48a2" data-message-model-slug="gpt-5-3" data-turn-start-message="true"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden"> <div class="markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling"> <p data-start="0" data-end="62"><strong data-start="0" data-end="34">Job Title: Planning Consultant</strong><br data-start="34" data-end="37" /> <strong data-start="37" data-end="60">Location: Edinburgh</strong></p> <p data-start="64" data-end="225">Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning consultancy in their search for a <strong data-start="169" data-end="192">Planning Consultant</strong> to join their team in Edinburgh.</p> <p data-start="227" data-end="584">This is a fantastic opportunity for a <strong data-start="265" data-end="288">Planning Consultant</strong> to join a growing and dynamic team, working across a diverse portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. The successful candidate will benefit from strong client exposure and the opportunity to develop within a collaborative and professional environment.</p> <hr data-start="586" data-end="589" /> <p data-start="591" data-end="603"><strong data-start="591" data-end="603">THE ROLE</strong></p> <p data-start="605" data-end="747">As a Planning Consultant, you will be involved in delivering planning projects from initial appraisal through to submission and determination.</p> <p data-start="749" data-end="967">You will manage your own projects while supporting senior team members on more complex developments, continuing to build your experience and expertise as a <strong data-start="905" data-end="928">Planning Consultant</strong> within a forward-thinking consultancy.</p> <hr data-start="969" data-end="972" /> <p data-start="974" data-end="998"><strong data-start="974" data-end="998">KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p> <p data-start="1000" data-end="1499">* Managing planning applications and projects<br data-start="1045" data-end="1048" /> * Preparing high-quality planning reports and supporting documentation<br data-start="1118" data-end="1121" /> * Undertaking site appraisals and feasibility assessments<br data-start="1178" data-end="1181" /> * Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders<br data-start="1244" data-end="1247" /> * Attending client meetings, site visits, and consultations<br data-start="1306" data-end="1309" /> * Supporting senior team members on larger and more complex projects<br data-start="1377" data-end="1380" /> * Assisting with project coordination and delivery<br data-start="1430" data-end="1433" /> * Contributing to business development and networking activities</p> <hr data-start="1501" data-end="1504" /> <p data-start="1506" data-end="1532"><strong data-start="1506" data-end="1532">WHAT WE&#8217;RE LOOKING FOR</strong></p> <p data-start="1534" data-end="1918">* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline<br data-start="1597" data-end="1600" /> * MRTPI qualified or working towards Chartership<br data-start="1648" data-end="1651" /> * Experience within a planning consultancy or similar environment<br data-start="1716" data-end="1719" /> * Strong understanding of the UK planning system<br data-start="1767" data-end="1770" /> * Excellent written and verbal communication skills<br data-start="1821" data-end="1824" /> * Strong organisational and time management abilities<br data-start="1877" data-end="1880" /> * A proactive and motivated approach</p> <hr data-start="1920" data-end="1923" /> <p data-start="1925" data-end="1944"><strong data-start="1925" data-end="1944">WHAT&#8217;S ON OFFER</strong></p> <p data-start="1946" data-end="2199">* Competitive salary and benefits package<br data-start="1987" data-end="1990" /> * Opportunity to work on a wide range of planning projects<br data-start="2048" data-end="2051" /> * Supportive and collaborative team environment<br data-start="2098" data-end="2101" /> * Clear progression opportunities<br data-start="2134" data-end="2137" /> * Ongoing professional development and support towards MRTPI</p> <hr data-start="2201" data-end="2204" /> <p data-start="2206" data-end="2304" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><strong data-start="2206" data-end="2304" data-is-last-node="">Interested? Contact Joel Bland on 01792 365006 or email at <a class="decorated-link cursor-pointer" rel="noopener" data-start="2267" data-end="2302">joel.bland@penguinrecruitment.co.uk</a></strong></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start"> </div> <div class="mt-3 w-full empty:hidden"> </div> </div> </div> <div class="pointer-events-none -mt-px h-px translate-y-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom)-14*var(--spacing))]"> </div> <p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9lbEJsYW5kLjgwMzQ0LjExMzA5QHBlbmd1aW5yZWNydWl0bWVudC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif"></p>