Planning Associate Solicitor for High-Impact Developments

JMC Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

JMC Legal Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a premier West End law firm seeking a Planning Associate (1–5 PQE) to join a market-leading real estate planning team. You will work closely with two planning partners on complex development projects for developers, investors and landowners across London and beyond.

The role offers exposure to a broad spectrum of planning matters, including strategy, agreements and planning applications, with strong mentoring and clear progression prospects in a

Qualifications

• 1–5 years' PQE (England & Wales)
• Experience in a recognised planning practice
• Experience advising on planning and highways agreements, planning applications and planning obligations
• Exposure to development, regeneration and property development matters
• Negotiating with local authorities would be advantageous
• Strong commercial awareness and an interest in real estate and development
• Excellent drafting, communication and client relationship skills
• Collaborative approach with ambition to contribute to team growth

Responsibilities

• Planning strategy for residential, mixed-use and commercial developments
• Drafting and negotiating Section 106 and Section 278 agreements and other planning documentation
• Handling planning applications, conditions and planning obligations
• Working on development and regeneration projects
• Managing planning appeals, enforcement matters and judicial reviews
• Addressing rights of light, heritage, environmental and highways issues
• Supporting property development and investment transactions
• Collaborating with Real Estate, Construction and Finance teams for integrated advice

Skills

Planning law

Highways agreements

Planning applications

Commercial awareness

Client relationships

Development experience

Job description

JMC Legal Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a premier West End law firm seeking a Planning Associate (1–5 PQE) to join a market-leading real estate planning team. You will work closely with two planning partners on complex development projects for developers, investors and landowners across London and beyond.

The role offers exposure to a broad spectrum of planning matters, including strategy, agreements and planning applications, with strong mentoring and clear progression prospects in a