Planning Solicitor - 3+ PQE - Berkshire or Hampshire

Chadwick Nott; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Planning Solicitor with over 3 years of PQE to join their national team. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse client base, providing strategic planning advice and negotiating complex agreements. You'll engage in various aspects of planning law, including risk management and appeals, while contributing to significant regeneration projects. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this dynamic firm fosters a supportive environment for professional growth and development. If you are ready to make an impact in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic planning and negotiation with diverse clients.
• Strong drafting skills for complex agreements and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic planning advice and negotiate statutory agreements.
• Conduct due diligence on planning aspects of real estate transactions.

Skills

Strategic planning advice

Negotiation skills

Client communication

Drafting complex agreements

Risk management

Judicial reviews and appeals

Education

Qualified Solicitor

3+ years' PQE

Tools

EIA knowledge

CIL knowledge

GLA planning knowledge

Job description

Job title: Planning Solicitor - Berkshire or Hampshire

Location: Berkshire or Hampshire

Salary: £60,000-£72,000+

PQE Level: 3+ PQE

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time

Our client is seeking a talented Planning Solicitor with 3+ years' PQE to join their national L500 team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, including developers, retailers, corporate occupiers, charities, investors, funders, NHS bodies, local authorities, and government agencies.

In this role, you'll provide strategic planning advice, negotiate statutory agreements, conduct due diligence on planning aspects of real estate transactions, and advise on areas such as Assets of Community Value and Village Greens. You'll also be involved in risk management, appeals, judicial reviews, and enforcement matters, alongside highways and infrastructure planning. A strong knowledge of EIA, CIL, and GLA planning is essential.

The successful candidate will have experience in drafting complex agreements, advising on judicial reviews and appeals, and working on regeneration projects. A track record in practice development and excellent client communication skills are key.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within the South East please do get in touch with Liam Andrews at Chadwick Nott.

(e) [e-mail]
(m) 07921 895 776
(t) 0117 917 1864
(l) www.linkedin.com/in/liamandrews-legalrecruitment

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*