Job Description Managing Associate – Planning (Development Focus)
Location: London
Practice Area: Planning – Development
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
A leading UK law firm is seeking a Managing Associate to join its well-regarded Planning team in London. This role is focused on advising on development-led planning matters, including large-scale residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects. You’ll be working with a top-tier client base across the private and public sectors, including developers, investors, and local authorities.
Key Responsibilities:
Advising on the full range of development-related planning matters, including planning strategy, applications, appeals, and judicial reviews
Drafting and negotiating planning and infrastructure agreements (e.g., s106 agreements)
Managing client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives
Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and trainees
Staying up to date with evolving planning legislation, policy, and case law
Requirements:
Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 6+ PQE
Strong experience in planning law with a clear focus on development rather than...