Planning & Environmental Solicitor Location: Belfast Our Client: We are pleased to partner with a leading commercial law firm in Belfast, renowned for its expertise in planning and environmental law. The firm has a well-established, multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive legal services across planning, environmental, and public law. With a strong reputation for advising on high-profile and complex projects, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious solicitor to join a dynamic and growing team. The Role: As a Planning & Environmental Solicitor, you will play a key role in advising clients on a wide range of planning, environmental, and regulatory matters. This role offers exposure to significant infrastructure, real estate, and energy projects, as well as the opportunity to work on complex planning applications and judicial review proceedings. Key Responsibilities: Advising on planning applications, appeals, and judicial reviews. Providing legal guidance on environmental compliance, permitting, and enforcement issues. Supporting major infrastructure, real estate, and energy projects with planning and environmental due diligence. Advising on environmental impact assessments and sustainability regulations. Handling legal challenges and representing clients in public inquiries. Drafting and negotiating planning agreements, environmental covenants, and statutory consents. Liaising with regulatory bodies, local authorities, and key stakeholders. Qualifications & Experience: Qualified solicitor in Northern Ireland or England & Wales. Experience in planning, environmental, or public law within a legal or advisory role. Strong understanding of UK and NI planning and environmental legislation. Excellent analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills. Ability to manage multiple complex projects and deadlines. A proactive and client-focused approach to legal problem-solving. Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package. Exposure to high-profile and complex planning and environmental matters. Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities. A collaborative and supportive work environment. The opportunity to work with industry-leading clients and experts. Contact: Reach out to Ross Winning for the full detail.