Planning Solicitor

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ambitious Planning Solicitor to join their dynamic team in Bristol. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects, advising clients on a variety of planning matters. Ideal candidates will have 2-4 years of PQE and a passion for planning law, with the chance to engage in both contentious and non-contentious work. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will impact nationally significant infrastructure and regeneration projects, while also fostering business development and client relationships.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years PQE with solid planning law experience.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advising on both contentious and non-contentious planning matters.
• Drafting and negotiating planning and infrastructure agreements.

Skills

Planning Law

Legal Drafting

Legal Analysis

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Business Development

Job description

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Planning Solicitor, 2-4 Years PQE, Bristol, £60,000 - £75,000 (DOE) – My client is looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic Planning Solicitor to join their respected and growing planning team in Bristol. JOB REF:9504.

If you’re passionate about planning law, enjoy a mix of contentious and non-contentious work, and are looking to build a career in a dynamic and supportive environment, then this could be the role for you.

THE ROLE:
• This is a varied and hands-on position offering the chance to work with both public and private sector clients on a wide range of planning matters.
• You’ll be advising on everything from planning applications and appeals to enforcement and development consent orders
• The work is high-profile, impactful, and often forms part of nationally significant infrastructure and regeneration projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Advising on both contentious and non-contentious planning matters
• Supporting clients on development consent orders and infrastructure projects
• Drafting and negotiating planning and infrastructure agreements
• Providing clear, practical legal advice to clients from both public and private sectors
• Working closely with colleagues across teams and disciplines
• Supporting business development initiatives and client training sessions

SKILLS REQUIRED:
• 2–4 years’ PQE with solid planning law experience
• Exposure to both contentious and non-contentious planning work
• Excellent drafting, legal analysis, and communication skills
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with the ability to work across all levels
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities
• Enthusiasm for business development and building client relationships

To apply contact Penny Trotman at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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