Senior Planning Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking legal firm in Bristol is seeking a passionate 4PQE(+) Planning Lawyer to join their dynamic Planning team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside highly skilled colleagues in a supportive environment, contributing to the growth of the team while mentoring junior lawyers. The firm values innovation and provides a flexible working policy, making it an ideal place for career-minded professionals. With a focus on the Developer and Energy & Infrastructure sectors, this position promises to be both challenging and rewarding. Enjoy standout benefits including enhanced parental pay, sabbaticals, and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Market-leading enhanced parental pay

Four-week sabbatical after five years

28 days' annual leave with an option to buy an additional week

Birthday as additional annual leave

Two volunteering days each year

Qualifications

• 4PQE(+) Planning Lawyer with a career-minded approach.
• Experience in the housing developer sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Participate in discussions within the Real Estate Group.
• Work with high-caliber clients on complex matters.

Skills

Planning Law

Mentoring

Knowledge of Housing Developer Sector

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

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Are you a 4PQE(+) Planning Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career? A progressive opportunity has become available with a Top 100 legal firm that is set to grow considerably over the next 5 years.

This role is suitable for a passionate lawyer who enjoys helping to grow the Planning team and mentoring junior lawyers.

You will be based in new offices conveniently located within walking distance of Bristol Temple Meads train station and many of Bristol's attractions, with a flexible working policy.

The Opportunity

The firm encourages innovation and an entrepreneurial approach in an aspirational environment.

As an experienced Planning Lawyer, you will participate in the wider Real Estate Group discussions, benefiting from the experience of highly skilled colleagues and cross-referrals.

You will work with high-caliber clients on complex matters, particularly within the Developer and Energy & Infrastructure sectors.

The client is especially interested in candidates with experience or knowledge of the housing developer sector.

What experience is required?

• Planning lawyer of 4PQE(+)
• Career-minded approach
• Experience or knowledge of the housing developer sector is desirable

Standout benefits:

• Market-leading enhanced parental pay
• Four-week sabbatical after five years of service
• 28 days' annual leave with the option to buy an additional week
• Birthday as additional annual leave
• Two volunteering days each year