24 April 2026
Key requirements
Relevant experience working on a range of planning matters Be a strong team player, with excellent interpersonal skills Able to manage a complex and varied workload effectively Be self-motivated and willing to learn
TrendsThe role
Lawyers at Associate/Senior Associate level are sought to join the market-leading planning and compulsory purchase team. This role is for individuals with experience in various aspects of planning law, including town and country planning, development consenting, and compulsory acquisition matters, to support increasing client and work demands.
What we're looking for
Relevant experience working on a range of planning matters
Be a strong team player, with excellent interpersonal skills
Able to manage a complex and varied workload effectively
Be self-motivated and willing to learn
Qualified solicitor in England and Wales, or a Law Society of Scotland registered lawyer
At least three years' post qualification experience
Experience in town and country planning· nice to have
Experience in development consenting· nice to have
Experience in compulsory acquisition/purchase and compensation matters· nice to have
Experience in EIA/HRA· nice to have
Experience in inquiries/examinations· nice to have
Experience in judicial review· nice to have
Benefits
Flexible working arrangements including hybrid working
Fair, transparent path to progression
Full time or part time working patterns
Fully accessible recruitment process
Hiring contacts
CJ
Chris Jenkinson
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