Planning Solicitor

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Leeds seeks a Planning Solicitor to join their award-winning team. This role involves advising on major planning and infrastructure projects, supporting partners with complex legal matters, and engaging in business development activities. The firm is known for its innovative approach and commitment to employee growth, offering a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and excellent career development opportunities. If you are a solicitor with a passion for planning law and strong business development skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance of 25 days

Potential bonus of up to £25,000

Qualifications

• 2-5 years PQE in planning law or equivalent experience.
• Experience in advising on complex planning and infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on major planning and infrastructure projects.
• Supporting partners with complex legal matters and transactions.

Skills

Planning Law

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Regeneration Projects

Infrastructure Projects

Education

Solicitor Qualification

Job description

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• Work with a Tier 1-rated planning practice in Leeds
• Competitive salary and career development opportunities.

About Our Client

Our client is a forward-thinking, award-winning international law firm, recognised for its innovative approach and commitment to providing exceptional service to clients in the public and private sectors. Known for its inclusive and supportive culture, the firm offers employees unparalleled opportunities for career development, personal growth, and work-life balance.

Job Description

The Planning Solicitor will be:

• Advising clients on major planning and infrastructure projects, including regeneration and residential schemes.
• Supporting partners with complex legal matters and transactions in areas like compulsory purchase and new roads.
• Engaging in business development and marketing activities to expand the team's reach.
• Providing clients with tailored legal advice in relation to carbon capture projects and other innovative initiatives.

The Successful Applicant

The Planning Solicitor should be / have

• A solicitor with 2-5 years PQE in planning law (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in advising on complex planning and infrastructure projects.
• Familiar with major regeneration, residential, and compulsory purchase matters.
• Strong business development skills and the ability to build client relationships.
• Ties to Leeds

What's on Offer

• An attractive salary of around £68,000 - £80000 with the potential for a bonus of up to £25,000.
• A generous holiday allowance of 25 days.