Senior Planning Lawyer – Head of Team

Motus; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment agency in England is seeking an experienced planning lawyer to lead the location planning team. This role involves managing major planning applications and working with FTSE 250 clients, providing significant opportunities for career development in a well-regarded firm. Ideal candidates will have at least 8 years of experience in planning law and a desire to make a real impact.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of relevant experience in planning law.
• Ability to manage major planning applications and enquiries.
• Experience working with clients such as national FTSE 250 and regional house builders.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning projects as part of a wider planning team.
• Engage with clients on major development projects.
• Provide planning support on individual projects.

Skills

Experienced planning lawyer

Client communication

Project management

Job description

Overview

Somerset

To £Six Figure Package

• Key role for an experienced planning lawyer, up to partner level

Our Client

A well-established and highly-regarded regional commercial law firm, our client has a multi-office presence. Legal 500 and Chambers rated, the firm has a particular strength in the property sector and a reputation for punching well above its weight.

The Role

This is a ready-made role for an experienced lawyer to be location planning lead as part of a wider planning team, working with clients including national FTSE 250 and regional house builders. The interesting portfolio of work includes: major planning applications; planning enquiries on major developments; and planning support on individual projects.

You

You may currently be an experienced private practice lawyer or an in-house lawyer interested in a return to private practice. You may be looking for a step-up in terms of responsibility, or to move from a more anonymous role elsewhere.

You are likely to have at least 8 years’ of relevant experience and be looking for an opportunity to bring your skills to bear in a firm where you can really make a difference and in a role which will offers much in terms of career development.

Next Steps

To apply, or to have a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact the firm’s exclusively retained agent at Motus Recruitment:

Andrew Kelly on 07990 587889, [e-mail]