Planning Lawyer | 2 to 6 pqe

Taylor Root; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Root is handling a role with a leading international law firm in London. The position sits in a highly ranked planning team advising on major developments and infrastructure projects, both contentious and non-contentious.

You will work on complex development consent orders, compulsory purchase and planning disputes, contributing to high-value matters that shape the built environment. PQE 2-6 years and a strong mix of technical, commercial, and client-handling skills are sought.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of PQE in planning law from a reputable firm or relevant in-house environment.
• Experience of major regeneration or infrastructure projects.
• Solid understanding of DCOs, compulsory purchase, and judicial review.
• A strong mix of technical expertise, commercial awareness, and client-handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on planning law for major developments and infrastructure projects.
• Work on development consent orders, compulsory purchase, and planning disputes.

Skills

PQE in planning law

Infrastructure projects

DCOs understanding

Client handling

Job description

This international law firm is widely recognised for delivering complex, high-value legal solutions across multiple sectors. The firm operates as a truly integrated global practice, offering exceptional client service and market-leading expertise. Its London office plays a pivotal role in the firm’s global reach, advising on matters that shape the built environment.

The Role

You will join a highly ranked planning team, advising on all aspects of planning law relating to major developments and infrastructure projects. The work includes both contentious and non-contentious matters, such as complex development consent orders, compulsory purchase, strategic regeneration schemes, and planning disputes. This is an opportunity to work on some of the most significant planning and infrastructure projects in the market.

What They’re Looking For

• 2-6 years’ PQE in planning law from a reputable firm or relevant in-house environment
• Experience of major regeneration or infrastructure projects
• Solid understanding of DCOs, compulsory purchase, and judicial review
• A strong mix of technical expertise, commercial awareness, and client-handling skills

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