Planning Senior Associate or Managing Associa

Planning Senior Associate or Managing Associate

Location: Manchester

Salary: 75000 to 105000 plus bonus and benefits

Experience: Ideally 3 to 8 years PQE

If youre a planning lawyer who enjoys being close to live development work giving clear commercial advice and helping projects move from concept to delivery this is a strong opportunity to join a growing national team with real momentum.

Our client is a national UK law firm with an excellent reputation and client base. They are modern and forward-thinking in their approach to work with a supportive culture and flexible working.

Youll join a multi-disciplinary Planning and Environment group supporting clients across a wide range of development sectors. The team is expanding due to growth in instructions and this hire will play a key role in supporting that continued expansion.

What Youll Be Doing

• Advising on planning and associated law providing clear pragmatic and commercial guidance

• Drafting and negotiating Section 106 agreements

• Advising on highways and other statutory agreements

• Supporting due diligence for property and corporate transactions

• Advising on contentious planning matters including inquiries/hearings and court challenges/judicial reviews

• Supporting wider team growth through strong client service and contribution to business development

What Were Looking For

• Ideally 3 to 8 years PQE with directly relevant planning experience

• Experience of Section 106 agreements and highways/statutory agreements

• Experience supporting transactional due diligence (property and/or corporate)

• Comfortable advising on contentious planning work (inquiries/hearings and court challenges/judicial reviews)

• Experience in DCOs and/or large regeneration schemes is desirable

• Strong commercial awareness and a practical solutions-led approach

• A collaborative style and commitment to high standards of client service

Whats On Offer

• High-quality work across multiple development sectors

• A team in growth mode with clear progression opportunities

• Supportive culture with flexible working

• Salary 75000 to 105000 plus bonus and benefits (dependent on level and experience)

Working Arrangements

• Manchester-based role

• Flexible working approach with details to be confirmed at interview

Next Steps (How to Apply)

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