Senior Associate​/Legal Director - Planning; PQE; Exeter

Reference:  Associate / Legal Director - Planning (5+ PQE) - Exeter An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Planning Solicitor (Senior Associate or Legal Director level) to join a highly regarded Planning & Infrastructure team within a leading UK Top 100 law firm.

This Legal 500-ranked team is involved in some of the South West's most significant development, infrastructure and renewable energy projects, advising a broad client base that includes national and regional house builders, land promoters, energy developers and local authorities.

You'll work on a diverse range of planning matters, including:

Strategic residential and mixed-use developments

Energy and infrastructure projects

Planning agreements and obligations

Community Infrastructure Levy matters

Highways and transport-related planning issues

Lawful development certificates

Enforcement and contentious planning matters

Judicial reviews, statutory challenges and appeals

Compulsory purchase matters

Planning support on property acquisitions and disposals

This role offers genuine responsibility from day one, with the opportunity to manage your own caseload whilst working closely with highly respected partners and colleagues on complex, high-value projects.

Candidate Requirements Qualified Solicitor with at least 5 years' PQE in planning law Strong technical knowledge across a broad range of planning matters

Experience gained within a national, regional or city law firm environment

Ideally some exposure to residential development and/or energy sector matters

Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management skills

Commercially minded with strong drafting and organisational abilities

Ability to manage competing deadlines and work autonomously

Ambitious and motivated with an interest in business development

Why Join?

Join a leading Top 100 UK law firm with a strong national reputation

Be part of a Legal 500-recognised Planning & Infrastructure team

Work on some of the region's most significant development and renewable energy projects

Strong focus on professional development, networking and business development opportunities

Collaborative and supportive culture with an emphasis on career growth

Modern and forward-thinking approach to legal services and innovation

Excellent Exeter office location with easy access for commuters and free on-site parking

Strong commitment to wellbeing, flexibility, community engagement and work-life balance

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planning lawyer looking to take the next step in their career with a firm that combines high-quality work, genuine progression opportunities and an outstanding working environment.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.(t) (m) e)
* At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.

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