Planning NQ

Our Real Estate Planning team are widely regarded as one of the best in the UK advising on some of the most iconic developments. Whether it is offshore wind farms located 40 kilometres out to sea, major residential schemes including garden villages and regeneration, new rail and road projects, airport developments, or waste and mineral projects; we are instructed on all of them.

What will you be doing?

Our national team offers clients a full spectrum of expertise and handles a range of complex mandates in the residential, commercial and infrastructure and environmental and waste sectors, as well as contentious work in Judicial Review and Lands Chamber proceedings. This role will see you working on large scale development consent orders, compulsory acquisitions, giving strategic planning advice, reviewing environmental statements, assisting with project management and supporting our national real estate practice.

We've seen a significant increase in the work we undertake for major infrastructure providers and would like to hear from you if you have the desire to develop your skills and career in this area. There are great opportunities to work with truly talented lawyers at the top of their field across our offices.

As a newly qualified solicitor you will also receive training to ensure you develop your career with confidence. Alongside the legal technical training we have also developed a programme of skills training which is delivered by our brilliant Learning & Development team

What does the ideal candidate look like?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate some knowledge and a genuine interest in this area of law. Time spent working or training in a large planning team would be an advantage but if you are still looking for your first opportunity in this field, we're happy for you to apply.

To be successful in this role you'll need as a minimum:

You will need to be a newly qualified solicitor with the relevant training. Evidence of strong academics. Experience of working within a large legal team. Able to demonstrate interest in this area of law.

---