Planning Senior Associate

Planning Senior Associate

Full-Time 90000 - 110000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Advise on planning law and collaborate on major infrastructure projects.
  • Company: Leading UK law firm with a strong Planning and Environment practice.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and excellent career progression.
  • Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on collaboration and professional development.
  • Why this job: Join a supportive team and make a real impact in planning law.
  • Qualifications: 4-8 years PQE in planning law, confident in handling your own matters.

The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 £ per year.

Jameson Legal is working with a leading UK law firm with a highly regarded Planning and Environment practice. The firm is now looking to appoint a Planning Senior Associate to join its London office.

The planning team is known for its technical strength and commercial approach, advising across a wide range of sectors including major infrastructure, regeneration, residential, and commercial development. Clients range from developers and landowners to investors and public sector bodies.

You’ll advise on all aspects of planning law, including Section 106 and highways agreements, planning applications, due diligence, and contentious work such as inquiries, hearings, and judicial reviews. Experience with large regeneration or mixed-use schemes would be a real advantage.

This opportunity would suit a planning solicitor with between four and eight years’ PQE, gained within a recognised City, national, or leading regional practice. You’ll be confident handling your own matters, collaborating with colleagues across departments, and delivering clear, commercially focused advice to clients.

The firm offers excellent quality work, a supportive and flexible culture, and genuine long-term career progression. You’ll join a team that values collaboration, open communication, and professional development.

A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, together with hybrid working and strong opportunities for progression.

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We think you need these skills to ace Planning Senior Associate

Planning Law
Section 106 Agreements
Highways Agreements
Planning Applications
Due Diligence
Contentious Work
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