Rutherford
Associate, Planning & Environmental - Leading UK Law Firm (2-6 PQE)

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An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced lawyer to join a growing national Planning & Environmental practice.
The successful candidate will advise a high-profile client base on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious planning and environmental matters, working as part of an established team with a strong focus on delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise clients on contentious and non-contentious aspects of planning and environmental law.
- Manage a varied caseload while supporting partners and senior lawyers on complex matters.
- Develop strong relationships with high-profile clients and provide responsive, commercially focused advice.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the wider national practice.
- Contribute to the continued growth and development of the team.
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Experience
- Qualified lawyer with up to 6 years’ PQE.
- Relevant experience in planning and/or environmental law.
- Experience advising on both contentious and non-contentious matters would be advantageous.


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Skills
- Strong technical legal and analytical skills.
- Clear and confident written and verbal communication.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work to a consistently high standard.
- Commercial awareness and a practical approach to legal advice.
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