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Planning Solicitor
A highly regarded national law firm is seeking a Planning Solicitor to join its growing Planning, Highways & Environment team based in Northampton.
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's leading Real Estate practices, offering exposure to complex, high-profile development work alongside recognised specialists in planning, highways, and environmental law.
The Opportunity
Following significant investment and expansion of the planning practice, the team is continuing to grow and is looking for an ambitious solicitor who wants genuine breadth of work, close partner interaction, and the opportunity to develop a specialist profile.
You'll work as part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team advising a broad client base across both contentious and non-contentious planning matters throughout the development lifecycle.
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This role would suit someone who enjoys being involved in live development projects, tackling complex planning issues, and working closely with colleagues across Real Estate and other practice areas to deliver practical commercial advice.
Key Responsibilities
- Advising on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious planning matters.
- Supporting clients on highways and environmental law issues affecting development projects.
- Negotiating and advising on planning obligations, highways agreements, and related documentation.
- Assisting clients in overcoming legal barriers to development and project delivery.
- Advising on matters involving compulsory purchase and associated planning considerations.
- Developing technical expertise while contributing to knowledge sharing across the wider team.
- Supporting business development initiatives and identifying opportunities for cross-selling services across the firm.
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About You
Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors with all levels of experience who have knowledge in planning law.
You will demonstrate:
- Strong technical knowledge of planning law.
- Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
- A collaborative approach and desire to work as part of a specialist team.
- Commercial awareness and an interest in business development.
- A genuine enthusiasm for the real estate and development sector.
LC Legal is acting as an employment agency and business in regards to this vacancy.
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