Planning Solicitor

3 weeks ago

Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom ENL Legal Full time

Is life and your career both becoming a little bit dull and boring? Fancy a challenge working with a group of individuals who are committed to the growth of their Birmingham office and want to create a culture where you actually want to go into work? I am currently recruiting for a Head of Planning to join this national law firm.

Are you ambitious and frustrated with your current employer and want a change of direction. You will be based in Birmingham but with travel to the firm's other offices as well. People with a personality are encouraged to apply – wallies and ego's possibly not

On offer is an incredibly attractive starting salary and a clear route into the equity.

The firm are committed to career progression and want to help those joining the partnership succeed and build a successful team.


To apply or for an initial confidential discussion or to register your interest, please contact Penny on or if out of hours is more convenient on my mobile or email with your CV.


  • As the national head of planning you will need to be prepared to come in and hit the ground running.
  • You will be overseeing a team of talented planning lawyers ensuring their growth and development. You will provide expert guidance on a wide range of planning matters from residential to commercial developments both in the private and the public sector.
  • You will be developing and executing strategic plans to ensure our clients receive the highest quality of legal advice and representation.
  • You will be collaborating closely with clients, colleagues and external stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes.
  • You will also need to be prepared to work closely with the partnership especially the real estate team.
  • You will also need to prepare a strategic business plan as part of the recruitment process which will help form your three strategy for growth and the overall plan (pardon the pun) for the planning team.
  • You will need to be a qualified solicitor with at least ten years PQE and a string background in planning law both within the private and also the public sector.
  • Ideally you will already be a partner in a law firm and will be looking for the next challenge in your career.
  • You will be able to demonstrate leadership skills and the ability to inspire and manage a team across a number of different locations. You will have exceptional problem solving and negotiation skills and will be dedicated to maintaining the highest ethical standards.
  • Technically astute you will be well versed in all elements of planning, highways and environmental law.
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