NQ Solicitor – Planning

JR United Kingdom; Paisley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm in Glasgow seeks an enthusiastic NQ Solicitor passionate about planning and environmental law. Join a dynamic team for high-profile renewable energy projects, gain early exposure to significant work, and build key client relationships in a supportive culture.

Benefits

Supportive team culture

Exposure to high-caliber work

Opportunity for creativity and innovation

Qualifications

• NQ Solicitor (or qualifying this year), ideally with seats in planning and/or litigation.
• Genuine interest in planning, environmental, and renewable energy law.
• Strong communication skills to explain complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex cases, including appeals and consents under s.36.
• Attend site visits, client meetings, and planning inquiries.
• Support business development activities such as pitches and tenders.

Skills

Communication

Commercial awareness

Client relationship building

Proactive approach

Education

NQ Solicitor qualification

Job description

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Are you an NQ Solicitor with a passion for planning and environmental law? Do you want to be part of a dynamic team advising on high-profile renewable energy and infrastructure projects across Scotland? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

A leading UK law firm is looking to grow its Planning team with the addition of an enthusiastic and commercially aware NQ Solicitor based in Glasgow. You’ll join a highly regarded team working at the forefront of some of the most exciting onshore wind, infrastructure, housing, and transport developments in the country.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Working closely with senior colleagues on a range of planning and environmental matters
• Advising on complex and high-value cases, including appeals and consents under s.36
• Attending site visits, client meetings, planning inquiries, and industry events
• Building direct client relationships from day one with major sector players
• Getting involved in the wider planning and environmental portfolio, including housing, retail, and transport
• Supporting business development activities including pitches, tenders, articles, and seminars

What We’re Looking For:

• An NQ Solicitor (or qualifying this year), ideally with seats in planning and/or litigation
• A genuine interest in planning, environmental, and renewable energy law
• Strong communication skills and an ability to explain complex issues clearly and simply
• A proactive approach and willingness to support senior colleagues and team goals
• Commercial awareness and enthusiasm for developing client relationships and the team’s market presence

Why Apply?

• Join a team making a real impact in the planning and renewables space
• Get early exposure to high-calibre work and key clients
• Benefit from a supportive team culture that values collaboration and development
• Be part of a firm that encourages creativity, innovation, and forward-thinking

To apply for this role, please send your CV or contact Emma Pringle at Iconic Resourcing for a confidential chat and further details. At Iconic Resourcing, we understand that not all candidates will meet every single desired qualification or skill for the job positions posted on behalf of our clients. However, if you believe that you can add value to the role despite your experience looking a little different from what we've identified, we would be thrilled to learn more about you.

Iconic Resourcing are committed to partnering with clients who share our values of inclusivity and diversity. We work with many businesses that recognise the importance of creating a welcoming and respectful workplace for all employees. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we treat all applications fairly and equally. We act as both an employment business and an employment agency and are happy to accommodate any reasonable adjustments required. To view all of our Iconic Jobs across Scotland, please visit our website.