Senior Planning Lawyer – Major Infrastructure & Development

Frasia Wright Associates

City of Edinburgh

On-site

GBP 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

48 hours ago

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Job summary

Frasia Wright Associates in Edinburgh is seeking a Senior Planning Lawyer to join its expanding Planning team to advise on major UK development and infrastructure projects across residential, commercial, environmental, and nationally significant schemes.

You will collaborate with an experienced team on premium mandates including development consent orders, environmental assessments, and strategic planning advice, while mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to cross-practice projects

Qualifications

7+ years' PQE in planning within a team.
Strong knowledge of planning legislation including the Town and Country Planning Act 1990; familiarity with the Planning Act 2008.
Experience leading on complex planning agreements and supporting large-scale infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

Lead on complex planning, infrastructure, and environmental matters.
Advise on development consent orders, compulsory acquisition, and strategic planning issues.
Review Environmental Statements and handle Environmental Impact Assessments.
Work on planning agreements, highway agreements, and related regulatory matters.
Support contentious planning work, including inquiries, examinations, and judicial reviews.
Assist with project management and collaborate with colleagues across the wider real estate practice.
Supervise and mentor junior team members.