Senior Planning Solicitor — Leeds, Hybrid

BCL Legal; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm is seeking a Planning Associate or Senior Associate to join its Planning & Environment team in Leeds city centre. The role requires a motivated planning lawyer with at least 3 years PQE, capable of handling a variety of high-profile legal matters. You will work collaboratively within a supportive, growth-oriented environment, addressing issues from statutory agreements to contentious planning cases. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career while contributing to meaningful projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE as a planning lawyer.
• Experience with statutory agreements like Section 106.
• Familiarity with contentious planning matters.

Responsibilities

• Support the national planning practice with complex legal matters.
• Work on large-scale regeneration schemes when applicable.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of legal professionals.

Skills

Section 106 agreements

Planning and highways law

Contentious planning matters

Due diligence for property transactions

Collaborative work ethic

Job description

A leading national law firm is seeking a Planning Associate or Senior Associate to join its Planning & Environment team in Leeds city centre. The role requires a motivated planning lawyer with at least 3 years PQE, capable of handling a variety of high-profile legal matters. You will work collaboratively within a supportive, growth-oriented environment, addressing issues from statutory agreements to contentious planning cases. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career while contributing to meaningful projects.