Planning Associate Solicitor

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an ambitious Planning Solicitor to join one of the best law firms in Scotland. This role offers a diverse workload, including litigation and project support, with exposure to high-profile clients and significant infrastructure developments. You'll work alongside leading experts in the field, gaining invaluable experience and mentorship. The firm prides itself on a supportive culture and excellent work-life balance, making it an ideal place for professional growth. If you're ready to elevate your career in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Excellent salary

Well-being considerations

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 4+ PQE in Planning Law with experience in litigation and project support.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a mixed caseload involving enforcement actions and public inquiries.
• Support ongoing advice and drafting in planning and environmental matters.

Skills

Planning Law

Litigation

Project Support

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Education

Law Degree

Qualified Lawyer

Job description

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Are you an ambitious Planning Solicitor seeking high-quality work at one of the best law firms in the country?

This leading Scottish firm is seeking a Planning Associate (4+ PQE) to join their highly Tier ranked Glasgow team and take on a rewarding mixed caseload.

The Firm:

A full-service Scottish firm that is regarded as one of the finest stores of legal prowess across the whole of the UK and beyond. Due to the quality of their expertise, this is often the go-to firm in Scotland for international clients and they are currently undertaking work in over 100 jurisdictions globally.

With tremendous recognition received from both the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners directories, this firm plays a central role in nurturing the best legal talent in Scotland. This consistent excellence is clear as many individuals are named in the L500 Hall of Fame and there are many up-and-coming lawyers touted in Next Gen Partners and Rising Stars.

Work spans every sector imaginable, with some core areas of strength being finance, renewables, real estate, private wealth and planning. Clients are attracted by the breadth and depth of expertise and are of a diverse nature, ranging from global corporate behemoths to HNW individuals.

Benefits and remuneration are amongst the best in Scotland, with quality work being well balanced by a cooperative, friendly culture and positive work-life balance.

Working alongside supportive talented colleagues, joining this firm will put you in an excellent position to continually develop your legal skills and progress your career with a leading legal institution.

The Role:

This is one of the best planning teams in the UK. You will join a fully-geared Partner-led team where you will gain exposure to an exciting and varied workload. Providing a mixture of litigation and project support, on the contentious side you will work on enforcement actions, appeals, public inquiries, compensation claims and judicial challenges, whilst also supporting ongoing advice, drafting and contractual support in relation to planning and environmental matters.

Work spans major infrastructure developments, real estate and a significant amount of renewable energy work across various technologies. With renowned colleagues, you will have the opportunity to develop your technical and client relation skills while helping to cement the company's reputation as a leader in the Planning sector.

With a number of Leading Individuals and Next Gen Partners, you can learn directly from some of the foremost lawyers in the sector. The platform for progression is clear and for someone looking for an engaging role with quality national work, this is an exceptional opportunity to develop your career with a leading firm.

Requirements:

• An experienced planning lawyer with 4+ PQE
• Ability to manage complex and varied workload efficiently to the highest standard
• Excellent verbal/written communicator with first-rate interpersonal skills
• Leadership experience and a desire to mentor junior team members
• Has a proactive, innovative and value-adding mindset

What's on offer

• Working for an award-winning independent firm
• An opportunity to develop a revered reputation in the Planning practice
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality/high-value work
• Excellent salary
• Comprehensive benefits package and well-being considerations