Senior Planning & Infrastructure Solicitor – Leeds

ENL Legal Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm is looking for a Planning Solicitor with 3+ years PQE to join its Planning team in Leeds. This role involves advising clients on planning applications, supporting compulsory purchase matters, and assisting with various contentious planning issues. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial awareness and excellent client-facing skills. The firm offers a competitive remuneration package and a supportive work environment focused on career development.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Professional development opportunities

Flexible and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE as a solicitor in planning, compulsory purchase, or related infrastructure law.
• Exposure to contentious and non-contentious planning matters.
• Strong commercial awareness and excellent client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on planning applications and Section 106 agreements.
• Support compulsory purchase matters and negotiations with landowners.
• Assist with contentious matters such as appeals and planning enforcement.
• Contribute to business development and client engagement.
• Work with senior lawyers on expertise in infrastructure.

Skills

3+ years PQE in planning

Strong commercial awareness

Excellent client-facing skills

Proactive approach

Interest in career development

Job description

A leading national law firm is looking for a Planning Solicitor with 3+ years PQE to join its Planning team in Leeds. This role involves advising clients on planning applications, supporting compulsory purchase matters, and assisting with various contentious planning issues. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial awareness and excellent client-facing skills. The firm offers a competitive remuneration package and a supportive work environment focused on career development.