PSL/Knowledge Counsel - Planning (Real Estate Planning)-Bristol

Chadwick Nott; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible hybrid working

Generous bonus scheme

Up to 25 days' holiday (rising to 28)

Holiday exchange scheme

Private medical insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Reasonable adjustments for disabled

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Chadwick Nott in Bristol is seeking a Professional Support Lawyer / Knowledge Counsel to support its Band 1 ranked Planning team undertaking major development, energy and infrastructure projects across the UK. The role focuses on knowledge management, drafting precedents, and providing research and advisory support, with opportunities to contribute to training, business development and AI initiatives.

A hybrid working policy applies, and the role may include fee-earning work for those who wish

Qualifications

• Knowledge management: collecting, maintaining and organising planning know how.
• Drafting and updating precedents, styles and technical guidance.
• Research and advisory support for major development and infrastructure projects.
• Support for DCOs, compulsory purchase, planning applications, appeals, marine licences, EIA/HRA, highways matters, judicial review and due diligence.
• Developing and overseeing training programmes, including delivery where required.
• Supporting business development, marketing content and publications.
• Leading innovation and AI initiatives within the Planning team.
• Collaborating with Knowledge Counsel colleagues and fee earners across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge management and organisation of planning know-how.
• Drafting, updating precedents and technical guidance.
• Provide research and advisory support for major projects.
• Support activities across DCOs, PAs, appeals, and related planning matters.
• Develop and oversee training programmes for the team.
• Contribute to business development and publications.
• Lead AI initiatives within the Planning group.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the UK; some fee-earning work possible.

Skills

Knowledge management

Drafting & precedents

Research & advisory support

Training programmes

Business development

Innovation & AI initiatives

Independent & collaborative work

Strong organisational skills

Job description

Professional Support Lawyer / Knowledge Counsel - Planning (Real Estate Planning) - Bristol

Location: Bristol

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £75,000 - £95,000 (depending on experience)

A leading national Planning team is seeking a Professional Support Lawyer / Knowledge Counsel to support its Band 1 ranked practice delivering major development, energy and infrastructure projects across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic, growing team and contribute to some of the largest and most complex planning and infrastructure matters in the market.

The Role

• Knowledge management - collecting, maintaining and organising planning know how
• Drafting and updating precedents, styles and technical guidance
• Research and advisory support for major development and infrastructure projects
• Supporting work on DCOs, compulsory purchase, planning applications, appeals, marine licences, EIA/HRA, highways matters, judicial review and due diligence
• Developing and overseeing training programmes, including delivery where required
• Supporting business development, marketing content and publications
• Leading innovation and AI initiatives within the Planning team
• Collaborating closely with Knowledge Counsel colleagues and fee earners across the UK

The role may also include a portion of fee earning work for candidates who wish to maintain hands on planning experience.

Candidate Requirements

• Strong experience gained within a recognised planning team
• Demonstrable interest in knowledge, research, innovation and business development
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong academic background
• Commercial orientation and commitment to innovation
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet demanding deadlines

Benefits

• Competitive salary (reviewed annually)
• Flexible, hybrid working policy
• Generous bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days' holiday (rising to 28 with service)
• Holiday exchange scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced parental leave
• Reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants
• Access to a wide range of wellbeing, lifestyle and reward benefits

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 from all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any other personal characteristic. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.