£60,000+ salary, 3 days working from home and the opportunity to work on high-profile planning matters within a growing national team.
An exciting opportunity for a Planning Solicitor (NQ–4 PQE) to join a highly regarded national law firm in Birmingham.
The firm offers an excellent platform for career development, exposure to high-quality work and the opportunity to work alongside experienced planning specialists. With the team continuing to grow following a number of significant client wins, this is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within an ambitious and supportive environment.
The Role
You will advise a varied client base, including local authorities, developers, registered providers, NHS Trusts and major corporate organisations, on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious planning matters.
- Planning applications, appeals and inquiries.
- Section 106 agreements and planning obligations.
- Compulsory purchase and highways matters.
- Judicial reviews and statutory challenges.
- Listed buildings and conservation issues.
- Major development, regeneration and infrastructure projects.
About You
- NQ–4 PQE Planning Solicitor.
- Experience in contentious and/or non-contentious planning law.
- Strong drafting, analytical and communication skills.
- Confident managing client relationships and working collaboratively.
- Commercially minded, organised and keen to contribute to business development.
What's on Offer?
- Salary from £60,000+, depending on experience.
- 3 days working from home.
- 25 days annual leave, with the option to purchase 5 additional days.
- Discretionary bonus scheme.
- Private medical insurance and health assessments.
- Generous pension and life assurance.
- Excellent training, development and progression opportunities.
- The chance to join a growing, highly regarded national Planning team.
Planning Solicitor / Associate in Nottingham employer: Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
Join a leading specialist intellectual property firm that places IP at the core of its operations, offering a unique opportunity for growth and development in your legal career. With a focus on high-quality transactional work and direct mentorship from an experienced Partner, you will enjoy early responsibility, a transparent career progression framework, and the flexibility of hybrid working. This is an ideal environment for those looking to deepen their expertise in commercial and IP transactions while collaborating with a diverse range of clients from start-ups to major corporates.
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