Senior Planning Solicitor — Regeneration & Projects Lead

Freeths LLP; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee awards

Flexible working opportunities

Competitive rewards and benefits

Job summary

A leading law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive Senior Associate or Managing Associate to join its Planning and Environment Group. This role entails providing legal advice on planning law, including Section 106 agreements and contentious legal matters. The ideal candidate should possess 3-8 years PQE and have experience with large regeneration schemes. The firm fosters a supportive environment and rewards excellence, offering exciting opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in advising on planning and highways law.
• Ability to handle due diligence for property transactions.
• Familiarity with Judicial Reviews and court challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support on planning processes and development projects.
• Advise on Section 106 agreements and statutory agreements.
• Participate in contentious planning work, including hearings.

Skills

Section 106 agreements

Highways law

Contentious planning work

Due diligence

Planning inquiries/hearings

Education

Qualified Solicitor (ideally 3-8 years PQE)

Job description

A leading law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive Senior Associate or Managing Associate to join its Planning and Environment Group. This role entails providing legal advice on planning law, including Section 106 agreements and contentious legal matters. The ideal candidate should possess 3-8 years PQE and have experience with large regeneration schemes. The firm fosters a supportive environment and rewards excellence, offering exciting opportunities for career growth.