Senior Planning Solicitor – Hybrid, Growth & Impact

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Mid Suffolk; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown law firm in Suffolk is seeking a Planning Solicitor at Senior Associate/Partner level to handle planning matters for developers, landowners and public bodies. The role offers autonomy and high‑quality work within a well‑established practice, with potential for partnership.

You will join a respected regional team, advising on applications, appeals and planning obligations while coordinating with the real‑estate group; hybrid working is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in planning law.
• Experience advising a diverse client base on contentious and non-contentious planning issues.
• Excellent commercial awareness and outstanding client relationships.
• Proactive business development and networking abilities.
• Strong communication and leadership with mentoring junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Advise on planning applications, appeals, enforcement, Section 106 and highways obligations.
• Handle a varied caseload alongside a respected real‑estate team.
• Support development projects from inception through to completion.
• Contribute to growth and future shaping of the planning department.

Skills

Planning law expertise

Client relationship skills

Business development

Leadership mentoring

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Unknown law firm in Suffolk is seeking a Planning Solicitor at Senior Associate/Partner level to handle planning matters for developers, landowners and public bodies. The role offers autonomy and high‑quality work within a well‑established practice, with potential for partnership.

You will join a respected regional team, advising on applications, appeals and planning obligations while coordinating with the real‑estate group; hybrid working is available for the right candidate.