Job Description

Associate - Planning Law

Location: Manchester

Salary: £55,000 - £75,000

Experience required: 2-5 Years PQE

 

About the Role

We are seeking a talented Planning Law Associate to join our dynamic legal team, specializing in strategic property and development legal services.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Planning Law Advisory:
  • Providing strategic advice on planning applications
  • Supporting infrastructure and development projects
  • Advising on land use and development regulations
  • Managing complex planning negotiations
  • Preparing comprehensive planning documentation
• Regulatory Compliance:
  • Interpreting planning and development legislation
  • Ensuring compliance with local and national planning policies
  • Advising on environmental and sustainability considerations
  • Supporting client risk management strategies
  • Navigating complex regulatory landscapes
• Client Engagement:
  • Delivering expert guidance to public and private sector clients
  • Managing client relationships
  • Providing clear and strategic legal advice
  • Supporting clients through planning challenges
  • Developing innovative solutions to planning issues
• Project Management:
  • Coordinating planning application processes
  • Liaising with local authorities and stakeholders
  • Managing complex multi-site development projects
  • Preparing comprehensive planning reports
  • Supporting business development initiatives
• Professional Development:
  • Contributing to the firm's planning law practice
  • Staying updated on emerging planning legislation
  • Participating in team knowledge sharing
  • Supporting junior team members
  • Maintaining high professional standards

 

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor with:
  • 2-5 years' post-qualification experience
  • Demonstrable expertise in planning law
  • Strong track record of client service
• Comprehensive understanding of:
  • Planning and development regulations
  • Land use and property development
  • Local authority planning processes
  • Infrastructure project requirements
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• Ability to manage complex planning matters
• Commercial awareness and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in managing multiple projects

Desirable:

• Additional planning law qualifications
• Experience in infrastructure and development sectors
• Knowledge of sustainable development principles
• Experience with complex multi-site projects
• Understanding of environmental planning considerations

 

Benefits Package

Financial Rewards:

• Salary: £55,000 - £75,000
• Performance-related bonus potential
• Comprehensive pension scheme
• Career progression opportunities

Professional Development:

• Comprehensive training programmes
• Support for advanced qualifications
• Mentoring from experienced planning law specialists
• Access to cutting-edge legal technology
• Opportunities to shape practice strategy

Additional Benefits:

• Private medical insurance
• Comprehensive wellbeing support
• Flexible working arrangements
• Mental health resources

 

Location & Working Arrangements

Based: Manchester office
Working Pattern: Full-time
Hybrid Working: Flexible arrangements available

 

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're an ambitious planning law professional looking to advance your career, we want to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact:

Lee Hawthorne-Finch
lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.