Planning Associate - #2081624

Planning Associate

Legal

Location: Leeds | Hybrid Working (50% split) | Salary £85,000 - £92,000

Contract: Permanent. Full-time applicants welcome.

The Opportunity:

We are partnered with a global law firm looking to bolster their dedicated Planning team in Leeds with the addition of a skilled Planning Associate.

This is a standout opportunity to join a team handling projects of huge significance, with values to reflect this (mandates secured with pipelines of work at £60b). These recent contracts are in place for a number of years, guaranteeing a healthy, diverse future pipeline of work.

The team handle a good mix of private and public work across sectors including water, hydrogen, energy, data & AI, and regeneration. The breadth ensures a dynamic workload and the opportunity to build deep sector expertise.

Key areas of work include:

• Advising on infrastructure and town planning matters, including large-scale development projects.
• Supporting nationally significant infrastructure projects (NSIPs) and strategic planning initiatives.
• Drafting and negotiating planning agreements, including Section 106 agreements.
• Providing planning input on major real estate and energy transactions.
• Advising on planning strategy, risk, and regulatory compliance.
• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across real estate, construction, and environmental law.

Candidate Requirements:

• Due to the nature of the work, candidates must have experience in infrastructure planning and town planning.
• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales, with 1-4PQE and a strong foundation in planning law.
• A track record of delivering high quality work in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
• A proactive, commercially minded approach with excellent communication skills.

Why Apply?

• A rare opportunity to elevate your career within a global platform and work on projects of national significance.
• Work on market-leading, high-value projects with long-pipeline security.
• Access structured career development and clear progression pathways.
• Incredibly competitive salary, coupled with a generous bonus scheme and comprehensive benefits package.

To apply, please send a copy of your CV to [email protected]