Associate / Senior Associate (Planning) - 4+ PQE - Bristol
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Planning Associate or Senior Associate (4+ years PQE) to join a highly ranked Planning & Infrastructure team at a national, Top 100 UK law firm, recognised in The Legal 500 and celebrated for its market-leading work across development, infrastructure and renewable energy projects.
This is a chance to work on some of the most significant and complex developments across England and Wales, advising an impressive client base that includes developers, infrastructure providers, statutory undertakers, local authorities and major energy sector organisations.
You'll be involved in matters spanning the entire development lifecycle, from strategic land promotion and planning strategy through to consenting, implementation and project delivery.
Key areas of work include:
- Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs)
- Development of National Significance (DNS) projects in Wales
- Renewable energy developments, including:
- Solar
- Battery storage
- Onshore wind
- Grid infrastructure
- Compulsory purchase and land assembly matters
- Transport and Works Act Orders, including marine-related projects
- Planning applications and planning strategy
- Section 106 agreements and planning obligations
- Highways and infrastructure agreements
- Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)
- Lawful Development Certificates
- Planning appeals, enforcement, judicial reviews and statutory challenges
You'll have early responsibility, direct client exposure and the opportunity to take ownership of matters while working alongside recognised experts in the sector. Business development, networking and profile-raising will also form an important part of the role.
Candidate Requirements
We're keen to hear from qualified solicitors with:
- 4+ years' PQE in planning law
- Experience gained within a national, regional or respected city firm
- Strong technical knowledge across planning and development matters
- Excellent drafting, analytical and organisational skills
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously
- A genuine interest in planning, development and infrastructure projects
Experience advising on renewable energy, infrastructure or compulsory purchase matters would be particularly advantageous, although candidates with broader planning experience are also encouraged to apply.
What's on offer:
- High-quality work on nationally significant projects
- Exposure to market-leading renewable energy and infrastructure developments
- Direct access to recognised leaders in the planning sector
- Genuine opportunities for progression and career development
- Early client contact and responsibility
- Flexible and modern ways of working
- Strong commitment to wellbeing, inclusion and work-life balance
- Opportunities to participate in responsible business, community and ESG initiatives
For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.
(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
