Overview
In this role you will provide expert planning and environmental legal guidance to high-net-worth clients within a Top 50 UK firm. You will work with a respected Planning and Environmental team, supporting strategic client relationships and firm growth. Leadership opportunities exist to mentor junior lawyers and contribute to business development. The role combines technical expertise with client-facing impact in a high-profile practice area.
Pay / Benefits
- 25 or 30 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays
- Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years
- Private Healthcare with BUPA
- Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% Employee)
- Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme
- Life Assurance - 4 x salary
Responsibilities
- Meet client needs with high professionalism and efficiency
- Grow and maintain client relationships and contribute to firm strategy
- Participate in networking, conferences, and business development activities
- Lead and mentor a team of junior lawyers (for Legal Director level)
- Support cross-team work including due diligence and environmental advisory as required
Key requirements
- Experience in Planning, Environmental and Compulsory Purchase law at regional, national, or City firms
- Strong relationship-building and credibility with clients
- Attention to detail and ability to produce high-standard documentation
- Competence in Microsoft Word, Excel, time recording software, case management, Outlook and digital dictation
- Mentoring ability at more senior levels (for Legal Director)
- relationship-building
- attention to detail
- mentoring
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- time recording software
Associate / Senior Associate / Legal Director in Cambridge employer: Birketts
Birketts is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration across its offices in Ipswich, Norwich, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Bristol, and Sevenoaks. With a strong commitment to employee development, a flexible hybrid working model, and a culture that prioritises inclusivity and community impact, we empower our team members to thrive while contributing to meaningful legal solutions. Our comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare, generous holiday allowances, and performance bonuses, further enhances the rewarding experience of being part of our esteemed law firm.
