Planning Solicitor | 2-5 Years' PQE | Real Estate & Projects - #2192833
confidential
Date: 1 hour ago
City: Leeds
Contract type: Full time
About the role
DK Recruitment is delighted to be working with a respected national law firm on the search for a Planning Solicitor with 2–5 years’ PQE to join its Real Estate & Projects team.
The firm has a large, highly regarded real estate practice acting for registered providers of social housing, care home operators, pension funds, build to rent operators and private developers. The planning team advises on all aspects of the planning process, from applications and appeals to infrastructure contributions and enforcement risk, and specialises in Section 106 agreements. It works on sites ranging from a handful of units to thousands, and many deals are reported in the industry and national press.
This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with the team’s Partner, take on more complex planning matters and help develop junior fee earners.
Key responsibilities
What our client is looking for
Interested?
For a confidential conversation, please contact Luke Hudson at DK Recruitment on (phone number removed) or (url removed).
DK Recruitment is delighted to be working with a respected national law firm on the search for a Planning Solicitor with 2–5 years’ PQE to join its Real Estate & Projects team.
The firm has a large, highly regarded real estate practice acting for registered providers of social housing, care home operators, pension funds, build to rent operators and private developers. The planning team advises on all aspects of the planning process, from applications and appeals to infrastructure contributions and enforcement risk, and specialises in Section 106 agreements. It works on sites ranging from a handful of units to thousands, and many deals are reported in the industry and national press.
This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with the team’s Partner, take on more complex planning matters and help develop junior fee earners.
Key responsibilities
- Preparing planning due diligence reports and drafting replies to enquiries and Certificates of Title
- Drafting and negotiating Section 106 and other infrastructure agreements, with an understanding of the Community Infrastructure Levy
- Drafting planning provisions in conditional contracts, plus planning warranties and indemnities in sale and purchase agreements
- Advising clients on enforcement, planning appeals and judicial review proceedings
- Supporting the Partner directly, and supervising and developing junior solicitors and paralegals
- Building and growing long-term client relationships and meeting fee targets
What our client is looking for
- 2–5 years’ PQE as a planning solicitor (CILEX Lawyers must have Conveyancing Practice Rights)
- A strong understanding of the planning system and public law
- A strong academic background, ideally a 2:1 degree
- Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills
- Commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple matters with minimal supervision
- Knowledge of registered providers would be an advantage, but isn’t essential
Interested?
For a confidential conversation, please contact Luke Hudson at DK Recruitment on (phone number removed) or (url removed).
How to apply
To apply for this job you need to authorize on our website. If you don't have an account yet, please register.
Post a resumeSimilar jobs
Insurance Lead Generator
PARKER FRANKLYN LIMITED,
£30,000
-
£45,000
/ year
2 hours ago
Fully Remote Available | Up to £45,000 Basic + Generous Bonus | Leeds-Based Independent Broker A lead generation role where quality matters more than call statistics. If you're good at generating new business opportunities but frustrated by unrealistic call targets,...
Dispenser
Boots.com,
£13
-
£16
/ hour
6 hours ago
Dispenser The hourly rate for this role is £13.92 and up to £16.64 across selected locations within London. About the opportunity: As a Dispenser working within one of our stores, you will be a key member of our pharmacy team...
Sales Executive
Integrations Team Test,
6 hours ago
About us: We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland. We believe our...