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Assistant Town Planner - Edinburgh£28,000-£35,000 + benefits + career developmentForward-Thinking Renewable Energy & Infrastructure Developer I'm partnering with a fast-growing, sustainability-driven developer operating across the UK to recruit an Assistant Town Planner for their expanding Edinburgh team. This organisation is at the forefront of renewable energy and environmental infrastructure projects, with a strong pipeline and a reputation for doing things the right way. If you're looking to build your planning career within a supportive team where you will gain hands-on exposure to major projects, this is an excellent opportunity. The Role Working closely with senior planners and project managers, you will support the delivery of a range of planning activities, including: Preparing planning applications and supporting documentsConducting site assessments and planning policy researchAssisting with community engagement and consultation activitiesSupporting appeals and environmental submissionsLiaising with local authorities, stakeholders, and consultantsHelping coordinate planning inputs for renewable energy and infrastructure schemes This is a role where you'll see the full lifecycle of complex, nationally significant projects while developing strong technical skills. What You'll Bring A degree (or postgraduate degree) in Town Planning, Environmental Planning, Geography, or a related fieldIdeally some experience in a planning role (public or private sector), though strong graduates will also be consideredA genuine interest in renewable energy, environmental planning, or sustainable developmentStrong written communication, research, and organisational skillsA proactive, curiou