- Advise private- and public-sector clients on contentious and non-contentious planning and environmental matters
- Work with Public Sector, Real Estate, Construction and Corporate colleagues to provide commercial advice
- Support planning partners Jacqueline Backhaus, Rory Stracey and Rob Walker
- Assist in developing the firm's planning offering inside and outside London
- Handle complex planning applications, legal reviews and strategic advice
- Prepare and advise on Section 106 and Section 278 agreements
- Provide planning advice on major development schemes in waste, affordable housing and private development
- Act for planning authorities and registered providers on CPO work
- Handle enforcement issues and public inquiry work
- Conduct planning due diligence on commercial and corporate transactions
- Build and maintain effective client relationships
- Participate actively in marketing initiatives
- Manage files in compliance with Lexcel procedures
- Participate in firm-wide and departmental training
- Train and develop junior legal staff and secretaries where appropriate
Requirements
- Proven ability to take on responsibility and manage files, independently where appropriate
- Qualified solicitor with up to 5 years' experience in planning work
- Strong academic record
- Exceptional technical legal skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Unwavering client focus with a track record of superior service delivery
- Sharp commercial awareness and strategic thinking capabilities
- Natural credibility and gravitas in client-facing situations
- Methodical, disciplined and highly organised approach to complex matters
- Outstanding communication skills across all mediums and audiences
- Subject to employment screening background checks, including personal details, education and employment history, professional qualifications, and credit and criminal checks as appropriate
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in planning law and environmental matters, with a strong focus on client service and strategic advice. Capable of managing complex planning applications and providing legal guidance on development schemes while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Highest-signal resume keywords
- Qualified Solicitor
- Planning Law Expertise
- Client Relationship Management
- Strategic Thinking
- Legal Due Diligence
ATS Optimization Keywords
Hard Skills
- Planning Applications
- Section 106 Agreements
- Section 278 Agreements
- CPO Work
- Legal Reviews
- Strategic Advice
- Planning Due Diligence
- Enforcement Issues
- Public Inquiry Work
- Commercial Advice
Soft Skills
- Exceptional Communication Skills
- Client Focus
- Attention to Detail
- Organizational Skills
- Commercial Awareness
Certifications & Qualifications
- Solicitor Qualification
Industry Keywords
- Public Sector
- Real Estate
- Construction
- Affordable Housing
- Waste Management
- Private Development
Tools & Technologies
- Lexcel Compliance
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Associate – Planning in Manchester employer: Jobtailor
As a Client Services Coordinator at our dynamic company, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. We offer comprehensive training, opportunities for advancement, and a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a healthy work-life balance and the chance to engage with diverse clients, making every day rewarding and meaningful.
