Senior Planning Associate – Exeter | Infra & Development

Chadwick Nott; Exeter; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its Planning & Environmental team in Exeter. You will work on a varied mix of planning and infrastructure matters for developers, landowners, investors, energy businesses and public sector clients.

The role offers broad exposure to development projects, with a collaborative culture and opportunities for progression within a leading UK firm based in Exeter.

Qualifications

• Around 3–6 years' PQE, though candidates with relevant experience outside this range will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Advising on complex planning and development matters.
• Supporting clients on Development Consent Orders and other infrastructure consenting processes.
• Handling planning applications, appeals and wider development delivery work.
• Negotiating planning-related agreements, including Section 106 and highways agreements.
• Providing planning input on real estate, energy and corporate transactions.
• Building strong client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives.
• Working closely with colleagues across property, infrastructure and energy teams.

Skills

Strong planning law experience

Infrastructure/Development projects

Drafting and communication

Commercial mindset

Client relationships & teamwork

Job description

Chadwick Nott is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its Planning & Environmental team in Exeter. You will work on a varied mix of planning and infrastructure matters for developers, landowners, investors, energy businesses and public sector clients.

The role offers broad exposure to development projects, with a collaborative culture and opportunities for progression within a leading UK firm based in Exeter.