Planning Associate Circa 3 years PQE

Tunbridge Wells Permanent View Job Description
Working as part of a highly regarded team, you will advise on a broad range of development and infrastructure projects, providing strategic planning advice and technical expertise across planning applications, appeals, judicial reviews, environmental matters, and major development schemes.
  • An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Planning Solicitor
  • Working as part of a highly regarded team, with national presence

About Our Client

Nationally recognised Planning team, advising on complex and high-profile planning matters for residential and commercial developers, landowners, investors, and local authorities across the UK.

Job Description

Recent work has include

  • Advising a local authority on natural capital initiatives, including negotiating a landmark Section 106 agreement to establish a Habitat Bank for biodiversity net gain and nutrient mitigation.
  • Supporting large-scale strategic residential developments, including complex Section 106 negotiations involving multiple stakeholders and intricate landownership structures.
  • Advising a joint venture between leading institutional investors on planning due diligence and development matters relating to a multi-site build-to-rent housing portfolio.



The Successful Applicant

  • Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years' PQE.
  • Experience gained within a recognised planning practice.
  • Strong knowledge of planning and environmental law.
  • Experience acting for developers, investors, housebuilders, local authorities, or private clients on planning matters.
  • Excellent technical, commercial, and client-facing skills.



What's on Offer

  • Salary ranging from £65,000 to £80,000, dependent on the level of experience.
  • Healthcare and pension benefits.
  • Permanent position based in Tunbridge Wells.



If you're interested in this role, apply now.People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

Contact
Robert Morgan
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7109329
Phone number
+442072691734

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Commercial
Sector
Property
Where
Tunbridge Wells
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Robert Morgan
Consultant phone
+442072691734
Job reference
JN-092026-7109329