Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Group
Planning Solicitor

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About the Role
This is an opportunity to work at a Legal 500 rated firm with offices in London and the regions. The firm are renowned for their property work and have an opportunity for a Planning solicitor or partner to join their established team.
About the Firm
The firm have a wide range of property clients to include a range of developers, investors and a range of retail operators.
Requirements
Ideally you will have gained experience in a London or strong regional firm and have knowledge of S106 agreements, highway agreements, contentious and non-contentious planning law and you will be experienced in business and client development.
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Managing, or having experience of training more junior members of staff would be of interest, but not essential for this role as would have the ability to work across the other commercial and residential team members. Having entrepreneurial skills would be key to this position as you will be able to grow the planning/property team and create your own team/ department.


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Benefits
The firm offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package and hybrid working.
Contact Information
If you are interested in this opportunity then please contact:
- Martin Wallbank: 07734 181098
- Email: martin@pearsonwhiffin.co.uk
Martin Wallbank, Senior Legal Consultant. Pearson Whiffin Legal Recruitment.
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