Planning Solicitor

Executive Network Legal Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm in Leeds is looking for a Planning Solicitor with over 3 years of PQE. This role involves advising on planning applications and supporting compulsory purchase matters. Ideal candidates will possess strong commercial awareness, client-facing skills, and a proactive approach. You will have opportunities to work on high-profile infrastructure projects and receive a competitive remuneration package, along with support in career development within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Professional development opportunities

Flexible and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE as a solicitor in planning, compulsory purchase, or related infrastructure law.
• Strong commercial awareness and excellent client-facing skills.
• Interest in building a career within a collaborative, high-profile team.

Responsibilities

• Advise developers and housebuilders on planning applications and agreements.
• Support compulsory purchase matters and negotiations.
• Assist with planning enforcement and appeals.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Client-facing skills

Proactive approach

Understanding of planning law

Education

Solicitor qualified with 3+ years PQE

Job description

Planning Solicitor, 3+ Years PQE, Leeds - A leading national law firm is seeking a Solicitor to join its Planning team in Leeds.

This is a hands‑on role offering exposure to a wide range of planning and infrastructure matters, including town and country planning, highways, compulsory purchase, planning litigation, enforcement, and infrastructure projects.

The Role

• Advise developers and housebuilders on planning applications, Section 106 agreements, and strategic residential and mixed‑use developments.
• Support compulsory purchase matters, including compensation and negotiations with landowners.
• Assist with contentious matters such as appeals, call‑ins, and planning enforcement.
• Contribute to business development and client engagement within the Midlands.
• Work alongside senior lawyers to develop expertise in infrastructure and Development Consent Orders (DCOs).

About You

• 3+ years PQE as a solicitor in planning, compulsory purchase, or related infrastructure law.
• Exposure to contentious and non‑contentious planning matters.
• Strong commercial awareness and excellent client‑facing skills.
• Proactive approach, with a “can‑do” attitude and commitment to delivering results.
• Interest in building a career within a collaborative, high‑profile team.

Why Apply

• Work on high‑profile strategic schemes and infrastructure projects.
• Develop your career with a supportive, forward‑thinking legal team.
• Enjoy a competitive remuneration package and access to professional development opportunities.
• Be part of a flexible and inclusive work environment that values wellbeing and career progression.
• This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to broaden their planning and infrastructure expertise in a thriving, national practice.

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