Planning Solicitor NQ - 5 PQE - Exeter

Chadwick Nott; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Exeter is seeking a Planning Solicitor (NQ - 5 PQE) to join their esteemed team. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in planning law and will be involved in advising on complex applications and supporting major development schemes. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and a supportive environment for professional development.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Varied matters

Support for progression

Attractive benefits package

Qualifications

• Solid experience in planning law, ideally within a strong planning team.
• Background in Local Authority is a plus.
• Willingness to transition into private practice.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex planning applications and strategy.
• Draft and negotiate Section 106 and 278 agreements.
• Support major development schemes across housing, waste, and energy.
• Act on CPO matters, enforcement, and public inquiries.
• Deliver planning due diligence for corporate and real estate deals.

Skills

Planning law experience

Client relationship building

Business development

Job description

Overview

Planning Solicitor NQ - 5 PQE - Exeter. We are thrilled to partner with a prestigious firm in their search for a planning law solicitor to join their esteemed planning law team in Exeter. The successful candidate will join a planning team renowned for its excellent relationships with both public and private sector clients. This team handles a diverse range of both contentious and non-contentious planning matters, including but not limited to planning obligations, highways and infrastructure, and contentious planning matters such as enforcement and judicial reviews. You\'ll be part of a growing team with a strong pipeline of work and the opportunity to shape the future of our planning offering across the UK. Expect to work on high-profile schemes including large-scale housing developments, energy infrastructure, and landmark relocations.

What you\'ll do

• Advise on complex planning applications and strategy
• Draft and negotiate Section 106 and 278 agreements
• Support major development schemes across housing, waste and energy
• Act on CPO matters, enforcement and public inquiries
• Deliver planning due diligence for corporate and real estate deals
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to business development

Candidates should have solid experience in planning law, ideally gained within a strong planning team. If you have a background in Local Authority and are seeking to transition into private practice, this could be a perfect opportunity. Due to growth our client welcome applications from NQ - 5 PQE.

This firm is known for providing a supportive environment in which individuals can collaborate, develop their skills and progress as part of a wonderful team.

On offer is a highly competitive salary, great quality clients, varied matters, support and progression, hybrid working along with an attractive benefits package too.

Contact

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott. (t) 0117 917 1929 (m) 07435 943574 (e) [e-mail]

Please note: Chadwick Nott is committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any other characteristic.