Lead Planning Solicitor – Major Infrastructure Projects

Ryan Pryce; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Planning Solicitor for their team in Cardiff. The role involves guiding major infrastructure and regeneration projects, as well as residential and commercial developments. Qualified solicitors with 6+ years of post-qualification experience in planning law are encouraged to apply. This position offers the chance to work on high-profile development projects while providing excellent client interaction and mentorship opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent quality work

Extensive benefit package

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in planning law, typically 6+ PQE.
• Experience handling complex and high-value matters.
• Experience of Welsh planning matters and devolved regimes is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead on major infrastructure and regeneration projects.
• Handle residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
• Manage large regeneration projects and offshore wind farms.
• Oversee compulsory purchase and compensation planning agreements.

Skills

Strong technical expertise

Excellent client-facing skills

Autonomous file management

Mentoring junior team members

Commercially minded

Education

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

A leading national law firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Planning Solicitor for their team in Cardiff. The role involves guiding major infrastructure and regeneration projects, as well as residential and commercial developments. Qualified solicitors with 6+ years of post-qualification experience in planning law are encouraged to apply. This position offers the chance to work on high-profile development projects while providing excellent client interaction and mentorship opportunities.