Environmental and Planning Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major utilities company is seeking an Environmental and Planning Lawyer in Eastbourne. This permanent role involves providing legal advice on environmental matters and supporting large projects. The ideal candidate is a qualified solicitor with experience in Environmental and Planning Law. Benefits include an annual bonus and pension contributions. Flexible working is offered, with office attendance expected twice a week.

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

Pension contribution up to 11%

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor, barrister, or equivalent.
• Experience in Environmental and Planning Law.
• Teamwork and managerial skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Providing accurate and timely advice on environmental and planning legal matters.
• Assisting with Environmental Information Regulation queries.
• Managing external legal resources.
• Supporting ongoing large-scale projects.

Skills

Teamwork

Managerial skills

Education

Qualified solicitor, barrister, or equivalent

Experience in Environmental and Planning Law

Job description

Environmental and Planning Lawyer, Eastbourne

Client:

Sellick Partnership

Location:

Eastbourne, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

Job Description:

Environmental and Planning Lawyer

Location: South East

Type: Permanent

An Environmental and Planning Lawyer is required to join a major utilities company based in the South East on a permanent basis.

The successful candidate will be involved with work of national importance and will join an experienced, dynamic, and close-knit team.

The role offers flexible working arrangements, with a preference to attend the office in the South East twice a week.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing accurate and timely advice on environmental and planning legal matters
• Assisting with Environmental Information Regulation queries
• Managing external legal resources
• Supporting ongoing large-scale projects

Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualified solicitor, barrister, or equivalent
• Experience in Environmental and Planning Law
• Teamwork and managerial skills
• Public sector, private practice, or in-house experience preferred but not essential

Benefits:

• Annual discretionary bonus
• Pension contribution up to 11%
• Life insurance

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the largest utilities companies. Apply NOW to not miss out!

For more information, contact Zac Carter at our Manchester office.