Planning Lawyer (0-10 PQE) - National Law Firm (London)

IDEX Consulting; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm is seeking a Planning Lawyer with 0-10 years PQE for their London office. The role involves advising clients on planning law, drafting applications, and representing clients in hearings. Ideal candidates should possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for planning law, with a competitive salary and supportive work environment provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work on complex, interesting cases

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 0-10 years of PQE in planning law.
• Ability to work independently and manage a heavy workload.
• Passion for planning law is desired.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on planning law aspects including applications and appeals.
• Draft planning documents and negotiate with authorities.
• Represent clients at hearings and inquiries.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Strong academic background in law

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Planning Lawyer (0-10 PQE) - National Law Firm (London), London

col-narrow-left

Client:

IDEX Consulting

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

col-narrow-right

Job Reference:

cb1d0862049a

Job Views:

5

Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

col-wide

Job Description:

National law firm with a strong presence in London is seeking a Planning Lawyer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have between 0-10 years PQE and a passion for planning law.

Responsibilities:

• Advising clients on all aspects of planning law, including development plan applications, appeals, enforcement action, and judicial review
• Drafting planning applications, appeals, and other planning documents
• Negotiating with planning authorities and other stakeholders
• Undertaking legal research and providing written and oral advice to clients
• Representing clients at hearings and inquiries
• Keeping up-to-date with changes in planning law and practice
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and colleagues

Skills and experience:

• A strong academic background in law
• A minimum of 0-10 years PQE in planning law
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage a heavy workload
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on a variety of complex and interesting cases
• Work in a supportive and collaborative team environment