Planning Lawyer - 2-5PQE - Tunbridge Wells

TN United Kingdom; Royal Tunbridge Wells; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Planning Lawyer to join its prestigious Real Estate team in Royal Tunbridge Wells. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on high-quality planning and development matters without the hassle of commuting to London. You will collaborate with experienced professionals and engage directly with clients, enhancing your career in a supportive and flexible environment. With a competitive salary and structured career progression, this position is perfect for an ambitious lawyer eager to make a significant impact in the field of planning law.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career progression

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• 2-5 years PQE in planning law, ideally from private practice or public sector.
• Strong technical skills in both contentious and non-contentious matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise on development proposals and planning strategies.
• Draft and negotiate Section 106 agreements and planning appeals.

Skills

Planning Law

Client Care Skills

Commercial Awareness

Negotiation Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

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02.05.2025

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Job Description:

Real Estate Planning Lawyer - 2-5PQE
Tunbridge Wells (hybrid working)
Up to £70,000 DOE
Top Tier, award-winning and highly regarded

A leading Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked firm is seeking an ambitious Planning Lawyer to join its highly regarded Real Estate team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced ex-City and regional lawyers on high-quality planning and development work, while enjoying a supportive culture and a strong work-life balance.

The Opportunity
The Planning team advises a wide range of clients including major developers, landowners, housebuilders, local authorities, and private individuals. You will be involved in a broad variety of planning-related matters such as:

• Advising on development proposals, planning strategies, and applications
• Drafting and negotiating Section 106 agreements and infrastructure agreements
• Lawful Development Certificates and planning appeals
• Judicial Review and High Court challenges
• Enforcement issues and advice on permitted development rights
• Advising on planning risks in relation to acquisitions and disposals
• Environmental and highways law matters
• Supporting wider real estate, construction, and corporate transactions with planning due diligence

You will be encouraged to build strong client relationships and will have opportunities for direct client contact and business development from an early stage.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified solicitor (ideally 2-5 PQE) with experience in planning law, gained in private practice or public sector
• Strong technical skills in both contentious and non-contentious planning matters
• Commercially minded with excellent client care skills
• A proactive and collaborative approach

What's on Offer

• High-quality, complex planning work without the London commute
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Clear, structured career progression
• Opportunities for client development and sector specialisation
• A collegiate, friendly, and flexible working environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Planning Lawyer looking to build their career at a leading firm known for outstanding real estate and development work.

Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Stephanie Richardson at Henderson Scott for more information on 07584 104790.