Senior Planning Solicitor

Ryan Pryce; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Planning Solicitor for their team in Cardiff. The role involves guiding major infrastructure and regeneration projects, as well as residential and commercial developments. Qualified solicitors with 6+ years of post-qualification experience in planning law are encouraged to apply. This position offers the chance to work on high-profile development projects while providing excellent client interaction and mentorship opportunities.

Benefits

Excellent quality work

Extensive benefit package

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in planning law, typically 6+ PQE.
• Experience handling complex and high-value matters.
• Experience of Welsh planning matters and devolved regimes is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead on major infrastructure and regeneration projects.
• Handle residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
• Manage large regeneration projects and offshore wind farms.
• Oversee compulsory purchase and compensation planning agreements.

Skills

Strong technical expertise

Excellent client-facing skills

Autonomous file management

Mentoring junior team members

Commercially minded

Education

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Senior Planning Solicitor

Our client is a leading national law firm with a strong UK presence and a well‑established Planning practice. Our clients Cardiff office plays a key role in advising major public and private sector clients across Wales and the UK on complex, high‑profile development and infrastructure projects.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Planning Solicitor to join our clients growing Planning & Environment team in Cardiff. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior lawyer to take a leading role on significant planning matters, work closely with key clients, and contribute to the strategic development of the practice in Wales.

Key Responsibilities

• Major infrastructure and regeneration projects
• Residential, commercial, and mixed‑use developments
• Large Regeneration Projects and Offshore Wind Farms
• Compulsory purchase and compensation Planning agreements (s106), development consent orders, and highways matters

About You

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales Significant post‑qualification experience in planning law typically 6+ PQE
• Strong technical expertise with experience handling complex and high‑value matters
• Proven ability to manage files autonomously and mentor junior team members
• Commercially minded with excellent client‑facing and communication skills
• Experience of Welsh planning matters and devolved regimes is highly desirable

On offer is the opportunity to join a highly regarded national team, who can offer excellent quality work as well as an extensive benefit package. If you believe you have the skill set required, please contact Ryan at TSR Legal on 07554 389913 or [e-mail]