Planning Associate/Senior Associate

2 months ago


Bristol City Centre, United Kingdom JMC Legal Recruitment Full time

Planning Associate/Senior Associate 3+ years PQE l Top 50 Firm l Bristol

The firm:

This firm has a unique transatlantic heritage and has successfully combined scale and profitability not dissimilar to what you see within silver circle firms.

As such, they are able to assemble large-scale commercial services for its clients which includes FTSE 350 companies, significant corporations and government organisations. Some of their key sector focuses includes energy, logistics and infrastructure, pharmaceuticals, life sciences, technology, transport and much more.

They put a real emphasis on innovation and the firm has several unique infrastructure features that are dedicated to finding new ways of working which will improve client outcomes and drive the business forward.

This is a robust corporate firm, however, partner approachability and a buzzing social calendar mean that there is a tangible sense of togetherness amongst their lawyers. They are also very well known for championing accessibility to the legal profession and have a strong track record in facilitating social mobility.

The role:

Are you a dedicated Planning Associate/Senior 3+ years PQE and looking to join one of the UK's premier planning practices? If so, this Bristol team would like to hear from you.

This Planning team is widely regarded as one of the best in the UK, advising on some of the country's most iconic developments. Whether its offshore wind farms located out at sea, major residential schemes, new rail and road initiatives, airport developments, or waste and mineral projects, you will see this firm at the forefront of these ventures.

With a significant increase in work from major infrastructure providers, they are seeking an ambitious Associate to join their team. The role involves working on large-scale development consent orders, compulsory acquisitions, strategic planning, project management, and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs). Additionally, there is scope to engage in contentious work, including Judicial Review and Lands Chamber proceedings.

This position offers an unrivalled opportunity to work on a wide range of high-profile planning projects outside of the City, providing exposure to premium-level planning work.

The ideal candidate:

Planning Associate/Senior 3+ years PQE training and experience in a quality practiceKnowledge of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, experience of planning and highway agreements, ability to handle inquiries/examinations and judicial reviews relating to planningStrong appetite for professional growth and motivation to consistently deliver your best

What's on offer:

Salary is negotiable depending on your level of PQE plus an exceptional benefits packageVaried and interesting workload with a good level of autonomy from the outsetFlexible working and a down-to-earth and relaxed culture

Highly sought-after opportunity for a Planning Associate/Senior Associate 3+ years PQE to join a leading team based in Bristol.



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