Strategic Planning Partner | Lead National Practice Growth

eNL Legal; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

eNL Legal is seeking a Head of Planning in Birmingham to lead a national planning practice at partner level. The role focuses on growing the planning offering, expanding the client base, and driving strategic growth across sectors including development and infrastructure.

The successful candidate will have an established planning practice, a strong client following, and the commercial acumen to shape the future direction of the team within a national law firm.

Qualifications

• Established planning practice with a strong client following.
• Proven ability to grow a planning business and secure cross-referrals.
• Commercial acumen and strategic vision to lead a national practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape the planning practice strategy for growth.
• Advise clients on planning matters including applications and consents.
• Develop relationships with developers, landowners, investors and public bodies.
• Generate new business through an existing network and client following.
• Collaborate with colleagues across real estate, construction and infrastructure.

Skills

Client relationships

Business development

Strategic planning

Leadership

Networking

Job description

eNL Legal is seeking a Head of Planning in Birmingham to lead a national planning practice at partner level. The role focuses on growing the planning offering, expanding the client base, and driving strategic growth across sectors including development and infrastructure.

The successful candidate will have an established planning practice, a strong client following, and the commercial acumen to shape the future direction of the team within a national law firm.