Planning Solicitor

Job title:

Planning Solicitor

Company

JMC Legal Recruitment

Job description

This leading national firm stands out through its commitment to delivering industry-specific legal services. Their sector expertise allows them to provide tailored, practical advice that consistently delivers exceptional results for clients. The firm is known for its dynamic planning team, which enjoys a stellar reputation for its work in all aspects of planning law.The firm’s practice areas of strength include real estate, social housing, construction, sport, renewable energy, agriculture, and private wealth services.
Recognized for its inclusive and flexible culture, the firm offers a work environment that allows employees to find a healthy balance between professional and personal life. Regular feedback through surveys, social events, and training programs ensures continuous improvement and employee engagement.The Role:An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Planning Solicitor/Associate (3+ years PQE) to join the firm’s renowned national planning team in the Taunton office. The team is highly regarded for its expertise and is considered the “go-to for planning,” with a track record of providing exceptional advice on both contentious and non-contentious planning matters.The successful candidate will support a diverse range of clients, including national and regional housebuilders, commercial developers, government bodies, planning authorities, and private sector companies. You will engage in high-quality work, including planning applications, appeals, regeneration projects, Section 106 agreements, and enforcement matters. The firm’s clients value the team’s exceptional knowledge and strategic approach to planning law, making this an ideal opportunity for an ambitious lawyer looking to advance their career in this dynamic field.This is a fantastic chance to work alongside respected senior practitioners, further develop technical and client management skills, and gain exposure to nationally significant projects. The team is growing, offering strong prospects for career development, including opportunities to supervise junior team members and become actively involved in business development.The Ideal Candidate:

• Planning Solicitor/Associate with 3+ years PQE, ideally with experience in planning appeals, development consent orders, and regeneration projects.
• A strong academic background with a high level of intellect and initiative.
• A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to client relationships and business development.
• Eagerness to develop professionally and seize opportunities for career progression.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary and generous benefits package.
• Access to high-quality, diverse planning work with a range of prestigious clients.
• Flexibility to work from home and autonomy in your role.
• Supportive and inclusive culture, fostering career growth and personal well-being.
• Opportunities for significant career development, including involvement in supervision and business development.

This is a sought-after opportunity for a Planning Solicitor/Associate to join a top-tier team in Taunton. If you’re looking to take the next step in your planning law career, apply now for immediate consideration or reach out for a confidential conversation.CompanyJMC Legal Recruitment was founded by highly experienced Legal Recruitment Consultant, Jason Connolly. His motivation to establish JMC was to create a refreshingly friendly agency with a truly consultative approach and who are always a pleasure to deal with.We’re a dynamic business with our sights set high and a growing client base spanning the country. We believe that in any business the most valuable assets are the people – and it’s true of JMC, too. Whether dealing with candidates or firms, our consultants’ passion for legal recruitment and excellent market knowledge always shines through. Our state of the art software means our consultants are more accessible to you and we keep ahead of the curve in the changing legal landscape to ensure you are always given up to date advice.What can you expect from us? We will always manage your expectations and come back to you with updates as soon as they become available. We pride ourselves on the highest level of integrity, as we understand that when looking for a new role or member of staff it is often highly confidential. You will find that we always take the time to really listen and understand before we advise. We will get to know you, taking into account not just technical ability, but personality and cultural fit. We’re also easy to get hold of; we appreciate that when looking for a new role it can be difficult to talk during the working day, so we will make ourselves available and find a time that works for you. Give us a call and talk to one of our friendly team today. We’re waiting to help you.Share this jobApply for Planning SolicitorAlready uploaded your CV? to apply instantlyFields marked with an asterisk (*) are requiredFirst name requiredLast name requiredWhat is your email address? requiredYour CV requiredYour file must be a .doc, .pdf, .docx, or .rtf. No larger than 1MBDrag and dropChoose a fileSelected file: Remove fileAdd a cover message requiredEmail me similar jobs when they become available Your communication preferencesI’d like to receive emails about jobs and services from The Lawyer JobsI’d like to receive emails from third partiesWhen you apply for a job we will send your application to the named employer, who may contact you. By applying for a job listed on The Lawyer Jobs you agree to our and . You should never be required to provide bank account details. If you are, please . All emails will contain a link in the footer to enable you to unsubscribe at any time.Send applicationSave jobClick to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.Get job alertsCreate a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.Similar jobs

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Expected salary

£60000 – 80000 per year

Location

Taunton, Somerset

Job date

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 22:24:07 GMT

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