Our client, a leading regional Leeds practice firm, are seeking talented Planning Lawyers to join their team in Leeds. If you have a minimum of 2 years' PQE in planning law and are passionate about working with highly regarded planning solicitors, we want to hear from you.
Role Overview:
Support the planning team on exciting development and infrastructure projects
Draught, negotiate, and finalise planning and highway agreements
Provide advice on development and planning-related needs across all sectors
Conduct planning due diligence to support real estate, banking, and corporate clients
Offer guidance on enforcement cases and preparation for Judicial Review
Requirements:
Minimum of 2 years' PQE in planning law or comparable experience as a Legal Executive
Experience in private practise or working for a local authority (both preferred)
Motivated, team player, commercially minded, calm under pressure
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
Based in Leeds, with the possibility of remote work 2-3 days per week
The Planning Team:
Our client's planning team is highly regarded and involved in significant projects across the UK. They have contributed to the success of numerous developments in Leeds and Yorkshire. With expertise in planning, highways, energy, minerals, aggregates, compulsory purchase, historic assets, and public rights of way, our team collaborates with other legal disciplines in providing a full service to our clients.
Working at our client's organisation:
As an employer of choice, our client values its employees and their well-being. In addition to excellent professional development opportunities, we offer:
25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off
Private Health scheme/Medical Cash Plan
Reward Scheme and Volunteer days
Pension and Life Assurance
Generous 'family-friendly leave'
Wellness benefits, including onsite yoga/pilates and mental health programmes
Additional benefits such as Vivup, reduced travel/parking charges, and a cycle-to-work scheme
Join our client's organisation and become part of a team where you can make a difference. Apply now and start your journey with us.
LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.