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Job Summary

Job Description

Colliers is a leading global real estate services and investment management company. The Planning Team offers expert planning consultancy services across the UK, working on strategic projects including new Garden Villages. This role is for a skilled Planner based in Edinburgh to work on large-scale planning projects nationwide. Responsibilities include delivering professional planning services, managing project timelines, collaborating with colleagues, supporting junior team members, maintaining client relationships, and identifying business development opportunities. The company fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and career development.
Must have:
  • MRICS qualified or 3+ years experience
  • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
  • Excellent organization and time management
  • Knowledge of English and Scottish planning systems
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Effective team player
  • Clear written and verbal communication
  • RTPI or RICS membership
  • Valid UK driving license
Good to have:
  • Ability to advise clients confidently
  • Attention to detail
  • Support and mentor graduates
  • Contribute innovative ideas
  • Build internal network
  • Pursue new business opportunities
Perks:
  • Inclusive and accessible recruitment process
  • Accommodations for interview assistance

Job Details

Company Description

At Colliers, we empower individuals to shape the future of real estate. As a leading global real estate services and investment management company, we deliver expert advice to occupiers, owners, and investors across all property sectors. From advisory and brokerage services to valuation, project management, research and more - our professionals work collaboratively to deliver impactful results.

With our UK headquarters in London and 1,200+ experts based across 16 offices in the UK and Ireland, we pride ourselves on a culture of innovation, collaboration, and long-term career development.

Job Description

Colliers Planning Team offers expert planning consultancy services to clients across the UK. With a strong reputation and experience in the planning market, we work on a broad range of strategic projects, including current involvement in three new Garden Villages. This role offers the opportunity to work on an exciting mix of projects across England and Scotland, covering all scales and sectors, and serving a diverse array of clients

We are currently looking to recruit a skilled and talented Planner to join our team in Edinburgh. This is a unique opportunity to be part of large-scale planning projects nationwide, while being based in Scotland’s capital.

Skills:

The successful candidate will engage in professionally rewarding work, delivering a first-class service to clients while contributing to the Planning team’s fee income. You will be expected to develop strong client relationships and identify business development opportunities, as well as collaborate effectively with property colleagues across Colliers’ UK offices.

The role includes

  • Deliver high-quality professional planning services to clients, ensuring all reporting requirements are met within agreed deadlines and in compliance with RTPI standards.
  • Adhere to Colliers’ Best Practice standards in all aspects of project delivery.
  • Manage project timelines effectively and consult with senior staff regarding project scope and content as needed.
  • Travel across the UK for site visits and client meetings, including locations such as London, Manchester, and others.
  • Support and mentor graduates and junior team members in their professional development.
  • Maintain regular communication with clients and Client Coordinators to ensure relationships are managed efficiently and proactively.
  • Undertake planning consultancy work that contributes to fee generation and supports both Planning team and wider Business Group revenue targets.
  • Contribute innovative ideas that add value for clients and open opportunities for new or expanded streams of professional fee income.
  • Build and maintain a strong internal network across Colliers’ UK offices to enhance collaboration and service delivery.
  • Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities, including cross-selling Colliers’ services.

Qualifications

  • MRICS qualified or over 3 years’ experience.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to confidently advise clients and collaborate with colleagues.
  • Excellent organisation and time management to meet reporting deadlines.
  • Solid knowledge of English and Scottish planning systems with strong attention to detail.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
  • Effective team player within a planning consultancy environment.
  • Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Relevant qualification with RTPI or RICS membership.
  • Holds or is working towards a valid UK driving licence.

Additional Information

At Colliers, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we will accommodate any suitable candidate requiring assistance to attend or conduct an interview. If you need any adjustments or support, please let us know when either scheduling your interview or in your application cover letter. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and are here to support you throughout the process.

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