Planning Lawyer - 4+ PQE

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is looking for a 4-6 PQE planning lawyer to provide expert advice on diverse planning matters. The role involves working with various clients in the energy and infrastructure sectors, offering a chance to engage in international projects and client relationship management from the outset.

Qualifications

• 4-6 PQE in planning law required.
• Experience in energy & infrastructure sectors is an advantage.
• Strong client-facing and management skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on planning, consenting, and compulsory purchases.
• Build and nurture client relationships.
• Work on internationally funded planning projects.

Skills

Client management

Advising public and private sector clients

Planning expertise

Energy & infrastructure knowledge

Education

UK qualified lawyer

Commonwealth qualification (e.g., Australia, New Zealand)

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for a 4-6 PQE planning lawyer to join a top-tier international law firm in London.

You will advise a range of public and private sector clients on planning, consenting, and compulsory purchases across various sectors, with a particular focus on energy & infrastructure sectors such as power stations, electricity networks, and rail/road.

The firm has successful international and UK offices that work together as one team. You will be client-facing from day one, building and nurturing relationships with household and long-standing clients.

You will have the opportunity to work on internationally funded planning projects, with occasional opportunities to work abroad.

Ideally, you will be UK qualified, but candidates qualified in other Commonwealth jurisdictions such as Australia and New Zealand will also be considered.

If this role interests you, please follow the links to apply or contact me via email to arrange a chat.