Planning Solicitor – (Flex location)

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed Scottish law firm is on the lookout for a skilled Planning Solicitor to join their dynamic team in Edinburgh. This full-time role offers flexibility in location and working arrangements, making it an ideal opportunity for candidates seeking a balance between professional growth and personal life. You will engage with a diverse range of stakeholders in Scotland’s planning system, providing expert legal advice on planning and environmental law. If you are passionate about making a difference in the field of law and are ready to take your career to the next level, this position could be your perfect match.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of PQE in planning and environmental law.
• Strong negotiation skills for planning obligation agreements.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on planning and environmental matters.
• Negotiate planning obligation agreements and conduct due diligence.

Skills

Planning Law

Environmental Law

Negotiation Skills

Education

Law Degree

Solicitor Qualification

Job description

Planning Solicitor – (Flex location), Edinburgh

This highly regarded Scottish Law Firm is currently recruiting an experienced Planning Solicitor to join its growing team. The team advises and represents a wide range of stakeholders in Scotland’s planning system.

You will provide advice on a range of matters involving planning and environmental law, including:

• Negotiating planning obligation agreements
• Planning and environmental due diligence for developers and funders
• Matters arising from property and corporate transactions

Candidates will ideally be at the 2 years’ PQE level and above; however, the firm is willing to consider applicants at all levels. This is a full-time position with flexibility on location and working arrangements.