Senior Associate, Planning Solicitor – Edinburgh / Hybrid

Frasia Wright Associates; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its Planning and Compulsory Purchase team in Edinburgh. The role involves advising clients on significant projects and mentoring junior colleagues. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of PQE in complex planning matters. The firm offers a modern hybrid working environment with a focus on professional excellence and supportive culture.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years PQE in complex planning matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Proactive and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on nationally significant projects.
• Manage high-quality work and mentor junior colleagues.
• Work on major schemes including renewable energy installations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Collaborative approach

Education

Qualified Solicitor with minimum 6 years PQE

Job description

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Senior Associate, Planning Solicitor – Edinburgh / Hybrid, Edinburgh

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

050c07f00824

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

Our client, a highly regarded UK law firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its Planning and Compulsory Purchase team in Edinburgh.

You will work alongside leading practitioners and play a key role in advising clients across a wide range of nationally significant projects. The practice spans the full lifecycle of development, from consent strategy through to delivery, and includes work on major schemes such as renewable energy installations, transport infrastructure, and utilities.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 years’ PQE in complex planning matters, along with excellent interpersonal and leadership skills and a proactive, collaborative approach. You should be confident managing high-quality work and mentoring junior colleagues.

The firm offers a modern hybrid working model and a working environment that reflects its commitment to both professional excellence and a positive, supportive culture.

If this position could be of interest, please do not hesitate to contact either Cameron or Teddie for an initial and confidential discussion. (Assignment 17417)