At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic Planning team, advising on planning permissions and environmental law.
- Company: Respected regional law firm with a passion for client service.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, private medical insurance, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Flexible working environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in planning law while enjoying hybrid working options.
- Qualifications: 8-10 years PQE as a Solicitor or FCILEX with planning law knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Our client, an exceptionally well-respected regional practice has a passion for business, clients and the services they offer. We are looking for a Planning Solicitor / FCILEX with 8 – 10 years PQE+ to join the Planning team at this professional law firm. This can be on a full-time or part-time basis and is based at our client's Taunton Office with hybrid working available.
The Role: You will be working as a Solicitor or Associate within the Planning team. You will undertake a varied caseload and assist with all aspects of Planning work, with duties including but not limited to advising on: planning permission, appeals, CIL, s106 agreements, judicial review, highways and public rights of way and environmental law. In addition to fee earning work, there will be administrative duties, such as assisting with general administration and Lexcel compliance. The successful applicant will also be expected to get involved in business development activities.
Skills and Experience required: You will be a Solicitor or Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Legal Executives with a good working knowledge of planning law. You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a focus on exceptional client care. You have a flexible approach and the ability to work within a team environment. You are used to working in a busy and highly professional driven environment. You are highly organised, accurate, proactive and committed to meeting deadlines while remaining calm under pressure. You are IT literate and used to a case management system.
In return you will be offered a competitive salary and an impressive array of benefits and rewards including 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and your birthday), private medical insurance, group life assurance, access to a comprehensive range of wellbeing support, and three additional days’ paid leave to support good causes.
Please get in touch if you would like more information about this role or send your CV via the form below in complete confidence and we will get back to you. Legal Southwest will never, without exception, send out your CV without your prior knowledge or consent so please be assured that we treat every application with the utmost confidentiality.
Planning Solicitor / FCILEX 10 Years + PQE in Taunton employer: Legal Southwest
Join a highly regarded regional law firm in Taunton, where your expertise as a Planning Solicitor will be valued in a supportive and dynamic environment. With a commitment to employee wellbeing, you will enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and opportunities for professional growth, all while contributing to meaningful projects that impact the community. The firm's hybrid working model and focus on client care foster a collaborative culture that empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally.
