Senior Planning Lawyer

3 days ago


West Midlands Combined Authority, United Kingdom BCL Legal Full time

BCL Legal is a leading national law firm with a strong presence in Birmingham. We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Planning Lawyer to join our team as a Planning and Development Partner.

We offer a competitive salary of £120,000 - £150,000 per annum, depending on experience.

The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of planning and development law, gained through several years of practice. They will be responsible for advising clients on all aspects of planning and highways law, including negotiating planning or highways works agreements, compulsory purchase order advice, agricultural occupancy conditions, and tackling legal issues that may be preventing development.

As a key member of our team, the Senior Planning Lawyer will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our planning practice and helping us to grow and develop new business opportunities.

We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, a proactive approach to client management, and a strong track record of work winning. If you are a motivated and ambitious individual who is passionate about planning and development law, we would like to hear from you.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.



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