Planning Lawyer

1 month ago


City Of Bristol, United Kingdom LAW Absolute Full time

An excellent opportunity awaits an ambitious Associate or Senior Associate to join a renowned UK firm and its highly regarded planning team in Bristol or Edinburgh. The team frequently works on large, nationally significant infrastructure projects and is well-known for its regular representation of councils and other local authorities in CPO matters, a key aspect of their practice.


* Please note that the salary mentioned in this ad applies to candidates based in Bristol. The salary will differ for those based in Edinburgh.


Experience required:


  • Qualified in England and Wales or Common law jurisdiction. Have at least 3 years PQE Have gained planning experience with a large regional or national practice. Strong academics. Ability to give practical, clear advice. Excellent communication skills. Motivated and enthusiastic. Self-starter with plenty of drive and initiative.

Get in touch without delay if this is of interest by emailing your cv to Xhidalgo@lawabsolute.com


Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.


At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually.


If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.


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