Planning Lawyer (Assoc) – Cardiff: Regeneration Projects

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Planning Lawyer – Associate to join a top 100 firm’s nationally recognised Planning team. You will support both public and private sector clients on major regeneration schemes and urban extensions, delivering clear advice and pragmatic solutions.

The role involves drafting s106 agreements, planning reports, handling litigation, and keeping deadlines. The successful candidate will combine technical planning expertise with commercial awareness and

Responsibilities

• Drafting key documents including s106 agreements, planning reports, and litigation materials.
• Handling litigation: pre-action correspondence, pleadings, liaising with courts, and preparing trial bundles.
• Tracking critical deadlines and ensuring procedural compliance.
• Advising clients on planning systems and processes with clarity and precision.

Job description

Chadwick Nott in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Planning Lawyer – Associate to join a top 100 firm’s nationally recognised Planning team. You will support both public and private sector clients on major regeneration schemes and urban extensions, delivering clear advice and pragmatic solutions.

The role involves drafting s106 agreements, planning reports, handling litigation, and keeping deadlines. The successful candidate will combine technical planning expertise with commercial awareness and