Senior Planning Solicitor

Essential Employment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is looking for a Senior Planning Solicitor in West London to provide expert advice on major planning applications and support legal proceedings. The role requires strong knowledge of planning and property law. Ideal candidates will have experience in advising clients and attending planning committees. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of £37.35 for full-time temporary work.

Qualifications

• Experience advising planning officers on major applications.
• Specialist knowledge of compulsory purchase orders.
• Ability to represent clients in legal proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Advise on planning applications and redevelopment projects.
• Attend planning committees and licensing hearings.
• Support senior leadership with complex legal cases.

Job description

Senior Planning Solicitor needed in West London Paying £37.35 per hr ref 005485

Full time hours on a temporary basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise planning officers and clients on major planning applications and redevelopment projects.
• Provide specialist advice on compulsory purchase orders and appropriation matters.
• Attend planning committees and licensing hearings, offering clear and strategic legal guidance.
• Support senior leadership with complex and high-value planning or property cases.
• Advise on legal risk management and compliance in relation to planning and property law.
• Represent clients in proceedings, public inquiries, appeals, and judicial reviews before the High Court, Court of Appeal, and Tribunals.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to [e-mail] quoting the reference number.

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