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We are seeking a dedicated Planning Solicitor to join our client's prestigious development and regeneration team in Manchester within a career-making role. The successful candidate will have a strong background in planning law, with the ability to manage complex projects across a variety of sectors, including residential, commercial, and infrastructure developments. Working directly with a local Partner, the role involves providing strategic planning advice, supporting clients through pre-application processes, drafting and negotiating planning and highway agreements, and handling contentious matters such as appeals and judicial reviews. Working closely with colleagues across the national team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality legal support on high-profile schemes, assisting with business development initiatives, and mentoring junior staff. The role offers a balanced mix of regional and national work, with the opportunity to be involved in significant projects while enjoying a supportive and collaborative firm culture. If you want to see the product of your work, whilst also being able to undertake cutting-edge national projects, this firm offers it all.
Job Responsibility:
Providing strategic planning advice
Supporting clients through pre-application processes
Drafting and negotiating planning and highway agreements
Handling contentious matters such as appeals and judicial reviews
Delivering high-quality legal support on high-profile schemes
Assisting with business development initiatives
Mentoring junior staff
Requirements:
Minimum of 5-6 years PQE in Planning law up to Legal Director, particularly with experience in development and regeneration schemes, but also the opportunity to undertake energy and infrastructure work
Solid understanding of strategic planning advice, environmental assessments, and highway agreements
Experience in contentious and non-contentious planning matters, including appeals and judicial reviews
Ability to manage client relationships and deliver clear, strategic advice
Proven track record of mentoring junior colleagues, and ideally with an interest in contributing to the further development of this work
What we offer:
Competitive salary
Flexible hybrid working options
Ongoing professional development
Supportive firm culture focused on diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being