Senior Planning Solicitor (2-5 PQE) Real Estate & Projects

DK Recruitment; Highgate; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DK Recruitment is delighted to be working with a respected national law firm on the search for a Planning Solicitor with 2-5 years' PQE to join its Real Estate & Projects team. The firm's planning practice advises on all aspects of the planning process and infrastructure agreements, with a focus on Section 106 and enforcement risk.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop juniors and work closely with the Partner.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' PQE as a planning solicitor
• Strong understanding of the planning system and public law
• Strong academic background, ideally a 2:1 degree
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills
• Commercial awareness and ability to manage multiple matters with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of registered providers would be advantageous

Responsibilities

• Preparing planning due diligence reports and replies to enquiries
• Drafting and negotiating Section 106 and other infrastructure agreements
• Drafting planning provisions in contracts, plus warranties and indemnities
• Advising clients on enforcement, planning appeals and judicial reviews
• Supporting the Partner and supervising junior solicitors and paralegals
• Building and growing long‑term client relationships and meeting fee targets

Skills

PQE 2-5 years

Planning law

Drafting & negotiation

Client relationships

Commercial awareness

Education

2:1 degree

Job description

DK Recruitment is delighted to be working with a respected national law firm on the search for a Planning Solicitor with 2-5 years' PQE to join its Real Estate & Projects team. The firm's planning practice advises on all aspects of the planning process and infrastructure agreements, with a focus on Section 106 and enforcement risk.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop juniors and work closely with the Partner.