Planning Lawyer (Senior Associate / Legal Director) | Top 50 firm | Kent
This innovative, contemporary, and highly successful firm based in Kent is currently experiencing a period of sustained growth. As a result, they are seeking a Senior Planning Lawyer at either the Senior Associate or Legal Director level to join their market leading team in Sevenoaks.
This position serves as an ideal opportunity for a Planning Solicitor seeking advancement, providing a platform to truly excel in their career within a leading firm.
The Firm:
The firm fosters a nurturing and supportive culture, embodying a genuine sense of family and team spirit reflective of its origins. Regular social events unite the team, celebrating their collective hard work and achievements throughout the year. With ambitious plans for continued expansion in the coming years, including strategic hires to enhance their offerings, the firm presents forward-thinking individuals with unparalleled opportunities to drive their own practice forward, backed by full support from the firm. About the Role:
The firm is seeking a Senior Planning Lawyer who is ambitious, driven, and forward-thinking to join their Environment and Planning team. The team is highly regarded in the Legal 500 and operates across the South East with some exciting growth plans. This specialist team is known for handling high-quality, complex, and high-profile work. You'll be managing your own caseload of planning and environmental work as well as playing an active part in the continued growth of the planning team, including managing more junior colleagues. You will deliver high-quality planning advice to local planning authorities, housebuilders, and development clients. Requirements:
Experienced Planning Solicitor likely at the Senior Associate, Legal Director or Partner level with a minimum of 10 years PQE. You must have experience in a regional, national, or City firm with well-developed knowledge in Planning, Environmental, and Compulsory Purchase law. Experience in Planning, Environmental, Highways, CPO, and Public Access law would be highly desirable although not essential; those who have had exposure to some of the above with the relevant background/experience will be considered. Management experience is essential to grow and supervise a team, along with the technical ability to manage a full caseload from initial instruction to post-completion. Proven track record in marketing and business development to win new clients and build strong long-term client relationships. Salary & Benefits:
Negotiable salary commensurate with experience and future potential, exceeding market rates outside of London. Attractive benefits package. Emphasis on continuous personal and professional development. Regular company social events.
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The firm fosters a nurturing and supportive culture, embodying a genuine sense of family and team spirit reflective of its origins. Regular social events unite the team, celebrating their collective hard work and achievements throughout the year. With ambitious plans for continued expansion in the coming years, including strategic hires to enhance their offerings, the firm presents forward-thinking individuals with unparalleled opportunities to drive their own practice forward, backed by full support from the firm. About the Role:
The firm is seeking a Senior Planning Lawyer who is ambitious, driven, and forward-thinking to join their Environment and Planning team. The team is highly regarded in the Legal 500 and operates across the South East with some exciting growth plans. This specialist team is known for handling high-quality, complex, and high-profile work. You'll be managing your own caseload of planning and environmental work as well as playing an active part in the continued growth of the planning team, including managing more junior colleagues. You will deliver high-quality planning advice to local planning authorities, housebuilders, and development clients. Requirements:
Experienced Planning Solicitor likely at the Senior Associate, Legal Director or Partner level with a minimum of 10 years PQE. You must have experience in a regional, national, or City firm with well-developed knowledge in Planning, Environmental, and Compulsory Purchase law. Experience in Planning, Environmental, Highways, CPO, and Public Access law would be highly desirable although not essential; those who have had exposure to some of the above with the relevant background/experience will be considered. Management experience is essential to grow and supervise a team, along with the technical ability to manage a full caseload from initial instruction to post-completion. Proven track record in marketing and business development to win new clients and build strong long-term client relationships. Salary & Benefits:
Negotiable salary commensurate with experience and future potential, exceeding market rates outside of London. Attractive benefits package. Emphasis on continuous personal and professional development. Regular company social events.
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