Planning Solicitor - Buckinghamshire

BWF Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a highly regarded Legal 500 firm as a Planning Solicitor in Greater London. This role presents an opportunity to manage diverse planning projects supporting commercial and residential developments, backed by a firm committed to your career advancement through a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

26 days holiday

BUPA private health insurance

Pension

Employee assistance programme

Income protection scheme

Death in service benefits

Well-being initiatives

Tech for home working

Qualifications

• 3+ years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in planning.
• Experience with s106, s38, s278 agreements.
• Knowledge of UK planning system related to developments.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning-based projects from inception to completion.
• Draft, review, and negotiate planning and infrastructure agreements.
• Provide expert advice on the planning system.

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Qualified solicitor in England and Wales

Job description

• Join a friendly, busy and professional department at a leading Legal 500 firm
• Work on a diverse range of planning projects for commercial and residential developments
• Develop your career with support and a firm that invests in its people
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including 26 days holiday, BUPA private health insurance and more

Our client, a well-established Legal 500 firm, is seeking an experienced Planning Solicitor to join their thriving team. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented legal professional to take the next step in their career with a firm known for its expertise in commercial legal solutions to a variety of successful SMEs and larger clients.

Position Overview
As a Planning Solicitor, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality legal services to the firm's clients, which include entrepreneurs, company directors, shareholders and high net worth individuals. You will work on a variety of planning projects, including s106, s38, s278, and other planning and infrastructure agreements, collaborating with local planning authorities and contributing to the success of commercial and residential developments.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning-based projects from inception to completion
• Draft, review, and negotiate planning and infrastructure agreements
• Provide expert advice on the planning system in relation to commercial and residential development
• Collaborate with local planning authorities and other stakeholders
• Contribute to the growth and development of the planning team

Requirements

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales + 3 PQE
• Experience in general planning, including s106, s38, s278, and other planning and infrastructure agreements
• Knowledge of the planning system in relation to commercial and residential development
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Strong academic background and ambition for career development

Benefits

• 26 days holiday
• Pension
• BUPA
• Employee assistance programme
• Income protection scheme
• Death in service benefits
• Well-being initiatives and benefits
• Tech for home working

Alongside this comprehensive benefits package, you'll be part of a supportive and dynamic team that values collaboration, hard work and ambition. The firm offers excellent opportunities for career growth and development, encouraging its employees to build their professional networks and contribute to the firm's success.

How to Apply
Call Pip Raffael on 01279 464455 or send an email, ideally with your CV to [e-mail].