New! Planning Lawyer | Legal Director

TSR Legal; Wales; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Planning Lawyer / Legal Director to join their Planning Team in Cardiff. The successful candidate will have over 7 years of post-qualified experience in planning law, and be able to advise on a range of complex planning matters. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, preparing planning applications, and engaging in advocacy during inquiries. This role offers a collaborative environment and strong focus on client service.

Qualifications

• 7+ years post qualified experience in planning law.
• Experience in specific sectors like housing or renewables.
• Non-contentious environmental law and minerals planning experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advise on enforcement, listed buildings, and compulsory purchases.
• Draft and negotiate planning documents.
• Prepare various planning applications and objections.
• Attend inquiries and hearings, providing advocacy.
• Instruct Counsel and participate in conferences.

Skills

Planning law

Client service

Team collaboration

Negotiation

Job description

Due to sustained growth our client in Cardiff are looking for a Planning Lawyer / Legal Director with 7 plus years post qualified experience to complement its existing Planning Team, part of the established national Real Estate Group.

The Remit

The successful Planning Solicitor will be required to deliver the following:

• Advising on a range of topics including: enforcement, listed buildings, compulsory purchase and compensation
• Drafting and negotiating agreements and other documentation
• Preparation of planning applications, applications for certificates of lawfulness, letters of objection, witness statements and statutory declarations
• Attendance at inquiries and hearings including advocacy
• Instructing Counsel and attendance at conferences

About You

Our client is always looking for talented people, distinguished by technical excellence, willingness to embrace team working and 'think firm,' and a passion for client service.

Qualifications

The successful Planning Solicitor will be able to demonstrate the following:

• A proven track record within planning law and hold a minimum of 7 years PQE.
• Demonstrable experience within a specific sector, i.e. housing, renewables, etc
• Experience of non-contentious environmental law and minerals planning is beneficial
• Enthusiastic and driven with a strong team ethos

For further details, please contact Karen at TSR LEGAL for a confidential discussion on 02920 388100 / [e-mail] in complete confidence.