Planning Solicitor – High-Profile Projects, WFH 3 Days

Douglas Scott Global Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary from £60,000+

WFH 3 days per week

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private medical insurance and healths

Generous pension and life assurance

25 days annual leave (+5 optional)

Training and progression opportunities

Job summary

Douglas Scott Global Recruitment is working with a national Birmingham law firm to appoint a Planning Solicitor (NQ–4 PQE). Hybrid role with 3 days from home and a salary from £60,000+, offering a strong platform for career progression.

You will advise authorities, developers, NHS Trusts and major corporates on planning matters, including applications, 106 agreements, compulsory purchase and major projects, in a supportive, ambitious team.

Qualifications

• NQ–4 PQE Planning Solicitor
• Experience in contentious and/or non-contentious planning law
• Strong drafting, analytical and communication skills
• Confident managing client relationships and working collaboratively

Responsibilities

• Advising a varied client base on a broad range of planning matters.
• Handling planning applications, appeals and inquiries.
• Managing Section 106 agreements and planning obligations.
• Overseeing compulsory purchase and highways matters.
• Conducting judicial reviews and statutory challenges.
• Addressing listed buildings and conservation issues.
• Supporting major development, regeneration and infrastructure projects.

Job description

Douglas Scott Global Recruitment is working with a national Birmingham law firm to appoint a Planning Solicitor (NQ–4 PQE). Hybrid role with 3 days from home and a salary from £60,000+, offering a strong platform for career progression.

You will advise authorities, developers, NHS Trusts and major corporates on planning matters, including applications, 106 agreements, compulsory purchase and major projects, in a supportive, ambitious team.