Planning Solicitor

ZipRecruiter; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading client is seeking a Planning Solicitor with 3 years PQE to enhance their Real Estate team. This role offers significant growth opportunities and the chance to work on exciting projects in a collaborative environment. The firm is well-regarded for investing in its talent and offers a range of impressive benefits.

Benefits

24 days holiday

Private health insurance

Mobile phone

Non-contractual leave (3 days over Christmas)

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE as a Planning Solicitor.
• Experience with s106, s38, s278 agreements.
• Familiarity with public law, compulsory purchase, and licensing.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate planning agreements.
• Manage planning-based projects effectively.
• Build strong client relationships.

Skills

Planning law

Project management

Client relations

Commercial awareness

Detail orientation

Education

Qualified Solicitor (3 years PQE)

Job description

Job Description

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Planning Solicitor with at least 3 years’ PQE to join their dynamic Real Estate team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a proactive mindset, a genuine passion for planning law, and a desire to grow within a supportive and fast-paced environment. You will have the chance to work on exciting projects, build strong client relationships, and develop your expertise further, all while being part of a collaborative and ambitious team. If you are commercially aware, detail-oriented, and ready to take the next step in your legal career, we would love to hear from you.

The Firm:

Award-winning, multi-accredited, and ranked in the Legal 200 and 500, our client is well-known as a fantastic firm to work for and with. They invest in internal talent and give back to their communities, building an enviable reputation among peers and clients alike. Serving clients and lawyers across various sectors, they provide commercially viable advice and support continued development and progression within their team.

The Candidate:

• General planning experience, including drafting and negotiating s106, s38, and s278 agreements, as well as other planning and infrastructure agreements.
• Practical experience of the planning system in both commercial and residential development contexts.
• Experience working with and/or against local planning authorities.
• Proven ability to manage planning-based projects effectively.
• General commercial property experience, supporting a broader understanding of development work.
• Knowledge of public law, compulsory purchase, licensing (including liquor and entertainment), and environmental law is beneficial.

What is on offer in return?

In return for your hard work and dedication, the firm offers many impressive incentives, including 24 days holiday, non-contractual leave (3 days over Christmas), private health insurance, benefits hub, mobile phone, and many other benefits.

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