Planning & Environmental Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Top 100 firm in Ipswich is seeking a Planning & Environmental Solicitor with NQ-5 years PQE. This role offers a diverse caseload, competitive salary, and flexible working arrangements within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Above-market-rate salary

Leading benefits package

Lucrative bonus incentives

Flexible/agile working arrangements

Qualifications

• NQ-5 years of PQE required.
• Experience in a Real Estate/Planning-focused training contract.

Responsibilities

• Providing expert planning advice.
• Handling Section 106 agreements.
• Advising landowners and local authorities.

Skills

Planning

Environmental Law

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Planning & Environmental Solicitor | NQ-5 PQE | Top 100 Firm | Ipswich, Suffolk

A prestigious Top 100 firm with a strong reputation in Planning law is seeking a Planning & Environmental Solicitor (NQ-5 years of PQE) to join their expanding team in Ipswich.

With a roster of Legal 500-recommended lawyers and recent top-tier hires, this is an exciting opportunity for a junior to mid-level solicitor to advance their career.

The Firm

This forward-thinking firm is known for delivering high-quality work while maintaining a client-focused approach.

Over recent years, the firm has seen substantial growth and continues to expand, bringing in senior talent across multiple offices. Despite their regional roots, they compete effectively with national and international firms while fostering a professional yet approachable culture.

The firm is committed to providing autonomy and support to help you develop your practice. They have strategically grown by hiring top-level partners from national and regional firms, creating an environment where knowledge-sharing is encouraged, allowing junior lawyers to develop their skills alongside seasoned experts.

Work-life balance is a priority here, with infrastructure in place to offer more flexible working arrangements than many competitors.

The Role

This is a unique opportunity to join an award-winning Planning & Environmental team in Ipswich, Suffolk. The planning team has a strong national presence and international reach, offering a wide range of high-quality work. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing expert planning advice
• Handling Section 106 agreements
• Advising landowners, developers, and local authorities
• Negotiating high-value contracts

You'll work closely with a senior team member, managing a varied caseload across sectors such as environmental and retail.

Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor, NQ-5 years of PQE
• Experience in a Real Estate/Planning-focused training contract seat or qualification in Planning
• Ambition to work within a leading Top 100 law firm

What's on Offer?

• High-quality, diverse caseload
• Above-market-rate salary with a leading benefits package
• Lucrative bonus incentives
• Flexible/agile working arrangements

This is a rare opportunity for a Planning & Environmental Solicitor to join a top-tier firm in Ipswich. Apply now for immediate consideration, or contact Andrew Chapman at 0203 865 2113 for more details.