Planning Senior Associate / Partner

JMC Legal Recruitment; Taunton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Associate or Partner in Planning to join its ambitious team in Taunton. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the firm's growth while working on complex planning matters. You will advise clients on obtaining planning permissions, handle appeals, and mentor junior colleagues in a supportive environment. With a commitment to employee wellbeing and professional development, this firm values its people and offers a competitive remuneration package, including a profit-share model. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Profit-sharing

Hybrid working model

25 days holiday

Private medical insurance

Group life assurance

Wellbeing support

Paid leave for charitable causes

Qualifications

• 8 to 10 years' PQE in planning law with expertise in obtaining permissions and appeals.
• Strong analytical and communication skills essential for client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on complex planning matters and handle high-profile cases.
• Collaborate with teams on planning permissions, appeals, and environmental law.

Skills

Planning Law

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Client Relationship Management

Education

Qualified Lawyer (8 to 10 years' PQE)

Job description

Senior Associate / Partner - Planning (8 to 10 years' PQE+)

Location: Taunton, Somerset

The Opportunity

A dynamic law firm with ambitious growth plans is seeking an experienced Planning Partner or Senior Associate to join its expanding team in Taunton, Somerset. As part of the firm's strategy to become the leading regional law firm in the greater South West, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of the Somerset office, following a successful first year since its opening.

The firm's plans to move into new permanent premises and continue to build on its market share offer a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual to join a firm that truly values its people, clients, and communities. With its employee-ownership status and B Corp Certification, the firm provides a collaborative and supportive environment where you can make a significant impact.

About the Role

As a Senior Associate or Partner in the Planning team, you will play a central role in advising clients on complex planning matters. Working collaboratively across other teams such as Real Estate, Dispute Resolution, Property Litigation, Corporate, Intellectual Property, and Data Protection, you will handle high-profile planning cases, including obtaining planning permissions, planning appeals, judicial reviews, and environmental law matters.

This role offers the opportunity to drive the growth of the Planning team, build strong client relationships, and mentor junior colleagues, while contributing to the firm's ongoing success in the region.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have 8 to 10 years' PQE (or more) in planning law, with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Obtaining planning permission
• Planning appeals
• CIL, s106, and other agreements
• Judicial review
• Highways and public rights of way
• Environmental law

You will be a highly ambitious individual, ready for the next step in your career. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, and you must be capable of working strategically with clients and collaborating within a team. Your ability to deliver exceptional client service and enhance the client experience will be key to your success in this role.

What the Firm Offers

The firm offers a competitive remuneration package and a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• A share in the firm's annual profit-share, reflecting its employee-ownership model.
• A hybrid working model that offers flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance between home and office.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including 25 days of holiday (plus bank holidays and birthday), private medical insurance, group life assurance, extensive wellbeing support, and three additional paid leave days for charitable causes.

The firm's culture is vibrant and supportive, providing opportunities for professional development while ensuring a genuine work-life balance and overall employee wellbeing.

Apply for This Position

If you are an ambitious Planning lawyer based in or willing to relocate to Taunton, Somerset, and are ready to take the next step in your career, apply now. Join a forward-thinking, employee-owned firm where you can make a real impact on both the firm and the local community.