Planning Solicitor

Posted 7 days 19 hours ago by BCL Legal

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Staffordshire, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B19 1
Job Description
Overview

Planning Solicitor Newly qualified through to Legal Director National Law Firm Birmingham

The Role

As a Planning Solicitor in this nationally respected team, you will:

  • Work on a broad range of high-quality planning matters including town and country planning, compulsory purchase, infrastructure, highways, DCOs, enforcement, and planning litigation.
  • Advise a loyal client base of housebuilders, developers, and infrastructure clients - including many of the UK's biggest housebuilders such as Taylor Wimpey, Lovell, Vistry, and Barratt.
  • Be involved in significant national and regional schemes, including strategic residential developments, garden villages, and major infrastructure projects.
  • Gain exposure to a full spectrum of planning work: from applications and appeals to enforcement, legal challenges, and compensation claims.
  • Be part of a collaborative and highly experienced national team spread across five UK offices.
  • Play a key role in the continued growth of the firm's northern and midlands presence - particularly at more senior levels, with progression available up to Partner.
About You

To be successful in your application for this Planning Solicitor vacancy, you will be:

  • A qualified solicitor in England & Wales with experience in planning law - open to applicants from NQ up to Legal Director level.
  • Experienced in (or keen to develop in) areas such as town and country planning, highways, CPO, compensation, and infrastructure projects (including DCO work - training will be provided where needed).
  • A confident communicator with strong analytical and drafting skills.
  • Proactive, commercially astute and committed to client service.
  • Interested in business development and networking, particularly in the Midlands and North.
The Offering

The successful Planning Solicitor will be rewarded with:

  • A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including bonus.
  • A forward-thinking and inclusive culture that values flexibility and career development.
  • Hybrid working and part-time options (minimum 4 days/week).
  • Clear career progression with structured development and the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders.
  • Access to high-profile clients and complex, rewarding work across the full planning and infrastructure spectrum.
Apply Now

To be considered for this Planning Solicitor vacancy, apply here with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Angharad Warren at BCL Legal for further information.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.