Planning Associate - National Practice Growth

Trowers & Hamlins; Exeter; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus scheme

GPP Pension Scheme with Aviva

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Trowers & Hamlins is recruiting an Associate in Planning to join our national practice with an Exeter focus. You will work on complex planning applications, navigate Section 106/278 agreements, and provide strategic advice across public and private sectors.

You will collaborate with planning partners and senior colleagues, developing a strong practice while advancing development projects across the region. Strong technical skills and client-focused service are essential."

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with up to 5 years' experience in planning work.
• Strong academic record.
• Exceptional technical legal skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Unwavering client focus with a track record of superior service delivery.
• Sharp commercial awareness and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Natural credibility and gravitas in client-facing situations.
• Methodical, disciplined and highly organised approach to complex matters.
• Outstanding communication skills across all mediums and audiences.

Responsibilities

• Complex planning applications – legal reviews and strategic advice
• Section106 agreements
• Section 278 agreements
• General planning advice in respect of major development schemes in the waste sector, the affordable housing sector, as well as the private developer sector
• Acting for planning authorities and registered providers in relation to CPO work
• Enforcement issues and public inquiry work
• Planning due diligence on commercial and corporate transactions
• Building and maintaining effective client relationships
• Active participation in marketing initiatives
• Ensuring files are managed in compliance with Lexcel procedures
• Participating in firm-wide and departmental training sessions
• Training and development of junior legal staff and secretary (where appropriate)

Skills

File management

Client management

Strategic thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Trowers & Hamlins is recruiting an Associate in Planning to join our national practice with an Exeter focus. You will work on complex planning applications, navigate Section 106/278 agreements, and provide strategic advice across public and private sectors.

You will collaborate with planning partners and senior colleagues, developing a strong practice while advancing development projects across the region. Strong technical skills and client-focused service are essential."