Planning Lawyer

Law Absolute Limited; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An international law firm in London seeks a motivated Associate to join its Planning team. You will advise both public and private clients on a range of planning matters. Ideal candidates are qualified solicitors with NQ-3 years PQE and strong communication skills. Join a team known for securing permissions and delivering impactful advice.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales, or a common law qualified lawyer.
• Between NQ-3 years PQE.
• Experience working in a planning team of a major law firm or at a UK local authority.

Responsibilities

• Advise public and private clients on contentious and transactional planning matters.
• Secure permissions for clients to pursue their commercial endeavours.

Skills

Communication skills

Practical advice provision

Motivation

Education

Minimum 2:1 degree

Job description

An excellent opportunity awaits an ambitious Associate to join an international firm within its highly ranked Planning team in London. The team advises both public and private clients on the full range of contentious and transactional planning matters. It delivers market-leading advice that secures permission for clients to pursue their commercial endeavours. The Planning group has an impressive track record, ranging from complex and controversial strategic developments to heritage property and high-value homeowner projects.

Experience required:

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales, or a common law qualified lawyer. Be between NQ-3 years PQE. Experience working in the planning team of a major law firm or at a UK local authority Ability to provide clear, practical advice. Excellent communication skills. Strong academic background with a minimum 2:1 degree. Highly motivated and enthusiastic.

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually.

If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.