Planning Solicitor


  • £65000 - £85000 per annum
  • London
  • Posted: 26/03/2024
  • Permanent
  • Job Ref: 215295377

Job Details

Planning Solicitor 5+ PQE, London, up to £85,000 (DOE), Outstanding hybrid opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading law firms. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Gemma on 0207 183 8586 or email gemma.jones@enllegal.co.uk with your CV and quote Job Ref 5377.

THE ROLE:
This leading law firm is looking for an adept planning lawyer to join their national planning team, confident in catering to a broad range of clients to provide advice on matters relating to special protection areas, assets of community value, and village greens – as well as securing planning permission and negotiating statutory agreements. The work will involve auditing planning application documents and committee reports to aid clients in risk assessment, appeals, judicial reviews, and enforcement.

THE CANDIDATE:
The successful candidate will have previous experience of at least 5 years’ PQE and be capable of demonstrating a track record of successful practice development and excellent communication skills, to establish good rapport with clients and the rest of the team. You will have proficiency in drafting complex section 106 Agreements, highway agreements, land development agreements, and planning due diligence reports. A solid understanding of EIA, CIL, and GLA planning is essential.

THE FIRM:
A highly regarded national firm that offers a range of trusted and straight forward legal advice to corporate organisations, local authorities / government bodies, contractors, charities, and investors. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a hybrid basis with at least 3 days in their office, with a team of professionals that care about empowering their colleagues to deliver outstanding work for its clients.

THE PACKAGE:
A competitive salary that is commensurate with experience and ability, standard company pension scheme, free parking or travel season ticket loan, private medical insurance. They also offer 26 days' annual holiday, birthday holiday, and the option to purchase 1 weeks' leave.

HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Gemma Jones on 0207 183 8586 or email gemma.jones@enllegal.co.uk with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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