Planning Solicitor (1-4 PQE)

Planning Solicitor (1-4 PQE)
Location: Gloucestershire

The Role

A respected boutique practice is seeking a Planning Solicitor (1-4 years PQE) to join its growing planning and development team. This is a role offering exposure to high quality, complex work for landowners, developers and commercial clients navigating the town and country planning system.

You will support and lead on a broad range of matters, including:

• Strategic planning advice at all stages of development projects
• Engagement and negotiation with planning officers
• Planning obligations, including s.106 agreements and statutory agreements under the Highways Act 1980
• Highways and access issues
• Listed buildings, conservation areas and heritage related matters
• Development plans, including neighbourhood plans
• Judicial reviews and statutory challenges to planning decisions
• Advice on compulsory purchase and related procedures

You will work closely with land agents, valuers and specialist consultants, gaining insight into the wider development process and contributing to the strategic direction of projects.

Candidate Requirements

• 1-4 years PQE with experience in planning law or a strong interest in developing a career in this area
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to provide clear, commercially focused advice
• Confidence managing your own workload with appropriate supervision
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• Enthusiasm for working on complex development and planning matters

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist boutique firm where planning and development work is a core area of practice. You will gain exposure to high value, strategically significant projects, work closely with senior experts and enjoy genuine opportunities for professional growth. The firm offers a supportive environment, high levels of client contact and the chance to build a strong reputation within a niche and highly sought after area of law.

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.*