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Associate / Senior Associate - Planning & Highways
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)
Role Type: Fee Earner
The Role
An established and award-winning Planning team is continuing to grow and is seeking an experienced Planning Lawyer to join its Birmingham office. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile and socially impactful projects across sectors including local government, housing and ecclesiastical organisations.
You'll be part of a collaborative, non-hierarchical team that values individuality and supports long-term career development. The work is varied, meaningful and often community-focused, offering exposure to both day-to-day advisory matters and major regeneration projects.
Key Responsibilities
Advising on, drafting and negotiating complex Section 106 agreements
Providing legal support at planning committees and advising on complex planning issues
Progressing compulsory purchase orders (CPOs) and advising on regeneration schemes
Working closely with property teams on town centre regeneration and development projects
Delivering client training and supporting business development through networking
About You
3+ years' PQE with strong experience in planning law
Proven expertise in Section 106 agreements, CPOs and planning advisory work
Confident supporting planning committees and handling appeals
Willingness to supervise junior lawyers and contribute to team development
Strong communication skills with an interest in client-facing work and networking
What's on Offer
Hybrid working
25 days' annual leave plus additional Christmas gift days
Paid volunteering leave supporting social purpose initiatives
Excellent technical training and opportunities to develop sector expertise
Modern office facilities and full IT support for home working
Please contact Gaby on (phone number removed) or email on gabriella.farebrotherDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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