At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on iconic developments in energy law and manage complex planning projects.
- Company: Leading UK law firm with a strong focus on real estate and planning.
- Benefits: Flexible working, health and wellbeing initiatives, and a supportive environment.
- Other info: Diversity-focused workplace with opportunities for career development.
- Why this job: Join a talented team and work on impactful projects that shape communities.
- Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in planning law and a legal qualification.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 £ per year.
Our Real Estate Planning team are widely regarded as one of the best in the UK advising on some of the most iconic developments. Whether it is offshore wind farms located 40 kilometres out to sea, major residential schemes including garden villages and regeneration, new rail and road projects, airport developments, or waste and mineral projects; our national team offers clients a full spectrum of expertise and handles a range of complex mandates in the residential, commercial, infrastructure, environmental and waste sectors, as well as contentious work in Judicial Review and Lands Chamber proceedings.
Due to the growth in our work, as well as the variety and complexity of the projects we are working on, this role needs strong experience in planning, infrastructure and environmental work as well as a genuine enthusiasm to develop our great team. This role will see you working on large scale development consent orders, compulsory acquisitions, giving strategic planning advice, reviewing environmental statements, assisting with project management and supporting our national real estate practice.
The role offers an unrivalled opportunity to work on a wide range of premium level planning work outside of the City. There are great opportunities to work with truly talented lawyers at the top of their field across our offices.
A legal qualification with 5+ years post admission experience gained within a planning team is required. Knowledge of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, and some knowledge of the Planning Act 2008 is desirable. Experience of and able to lead on complex planning agreements, experience of highway agreements, and the ability to handle inquiries/examinations and judicial reviews relating to planning matters are essential.
We have a number of resources and initiatives designed to support health and wellbeing and we're very happy to talk flexible working. We have a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Group, led by our Board Sponsor, which works with our colleague networks (we currently have firm supported networks for race, ethnicity, and cultural heritage, LGBTQ+, disabilities, neurodiversity, families, and women's career development and we're in constant dialogue with our people about how we expand our networks to better support everybody). We encourage applicants from all social backgrounds, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities and sexual orientations.
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Location: Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, Newcastle, Plymouth, Southampton
Contract Type: Permanent
Work location: Hybrid
Solicitor - Energy Law in Southampton employer: Womble Bond Dickinson
As a leading corporate tax advisory firm, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. With a strong focus on professional development, our team members benefit from direct mentorship by industry leaders and access to a wealth of resources aimed at enhancing their technical expertise. Located in vibrant cities like Bristol, Leeds, London, Newcastle, and Southampton, we offer flexible working arrangements and a commitment to diversity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported in their career journey.
