Planner

sportscotland is the national agency for sport in Scotland. Our vision is an active Scotland where everyone benefits from sport.  Our goal is to be inclusive by design.

We are currently looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Planner to join our Facilities team, who will work within a multi-disciplinary team with a range of partners to plan and influence the development of places where people can take part at all levels in sport.

You will work across wide-ranging areas such as planning policy, development management, and project management, and will plan strategically for sport and recreation, so ideally you will have experience in some of these areas. 

To be considered for this role, you should hold a degree/postgraduate qualification or equivalent in planning or related disciplines; chartered membership of the RTPI is desirable.

*New employees will join at the start of the salary scale. 

How to apply

Please apply online and attach your CV and cover letter detailing why you meet the requirements, by the closing date of 13 October 2025. 

We anticipate interviews will take place on 27 October 2025.

Employee benefits

In return for the above, we offer employee benefits such as flexible working, generous holidays, Cycle2Work, fantastic discounts, a great pension scheme, support with your professional development and much more. 

Disability Confident Employer

We are a Disability Confident employer. If you have any difficulties with your application because of a disability, please contact hr.recruitment@sportscotland.org.uk and we will discuss how we can help you.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At sportscotland inclusion underpins everything we do.  If you've got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, caring responsibilities, care experience or social background.

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