Senior Development Planning Solicitor – London

Origin Legal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Origin Legal in London seeks a senior development planning lawyer to join as Head of Planning, working closely with the Real Estate team on high-value planning matters. This city-based practice offers flexibility and broad client exposure.

The successful candidate will be the go-to expert within the firm, providing strategic advice and leading on complex planning cases while enjoying a generous, City-level salary package.

Qualifications

• Senior development planning lawyer with substantial experience.
• Counsel-level expertise in planning law.

Responsibilities

• Advise on high-value development planning matters.
• Collaborate with Real Estate team to deliver strategic planning advice.
• Act as go-to planning expert within the firm.

Job description

I am instructed on a unique opportunity for a development planning lawyer to join a city-based practice as Head of Planning. This is a counsel‑level position working closely with an established Real Estate team on a broad range of high‑value development planning matters.

The role will appeal to a senior lawyer who is keen to become the go‑to expert in their field within a major city law firm. It offers a high degree of flexibility, excellent client exposure, and a competitive City salary package.