Managing Associate/Legal Director

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative law firm is seeking an experienced Planning lawyer to join their national Future Energy, Planning & Environment team. This role offers flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects, including offshore wind initiatives. As a key member of the team, you will advise clients on planning applications and appeals while fostering team development and maintaining client relationships. Join a recognized firm that values inclusivity and work/life balance, and be part of a dynamic environment where your expertise will make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive salaries

Hybrid working model

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years PQE in Planning Law with a focus on transport and renewable energy.
• Experience with Development Consent Orders and advising public/private clients.

Responsibilities

• Advise on planning issues and applications, especially for renewable energy.
• Supervise junior team members and support business development efforts.

Skills

Planning Law

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Business Development

Education

Qualified Solicitor (SRA or Law Society Registered)

Job description

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Client:

TLT LLP

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

We are recruiting for an experienced Planning lawyer to join our national Future Energy, Planning & Environment team at Managing Associate/Legal Director level. This role can be based in any UK office and is offered on a fully flexible working basis to accommodate part or full-time hours.

Your Role

As a key member of our team, your responsibilities will include:

• Advising on planning issues, applications, and appeals, especially in transport and renewable energy sectors.
• Advising on nationally significant infrastructure projects.
• Handling consenting aspects of offshore wind projects.
• Collaborating with other office locations.
• Supervising and managing junior team members.
• Supporting business development and maintaining client relationships.
• Participating in the expansion of the DCO practice.
• Engaging in Planning Know-How sessions.

Your Skills and Experience

We seek:

• A qualified Solicitor (SRA or Law Society Registered) with 7+ years PQE.
• Experience with Development Consent Orders and NSIP advising.
• Experience with public and private sector clients, understanding local authority governance is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with self-motivation and deadline management.
• Commercial awareness and some business development exposure.
• A focus on understanding client needs and fostering team development.

The Team

Our team of over 180 professionals advises on a wide range of real estate transactions across the UK. We are recognized for our expertise and sector knowledge, trusted by clients for high-profile and routine work.

Our national Planning team handles issues like compulsory purchases, planning breaches, and infrastructure agreements, with experience serving local authorities, developers, and consultancies.

About TLT

TLT is a fast-growing, innovative law firm with a presence across the UK and internationally. Recognized as Law Firm of the Year in 2021, we focus on helping clients and supporting our people with a flexible, inclusive culture. We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and a hybrid working model to promote work/life balance.