Planning Lawyer

Planning Lawyer | Leading International Law Firm | City of London An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Planning Associate or Senior Associate to join the highly ranked Planning team at a top-tier international law firm based in the City of London. This team is a market leader, consistently topping the legal directory rankings, and is renowned for its expertise in major development and infrastructure projects. The Team: The Planning team in London forms part of a unique international practice, with specialist teams in New York, Paris, and the Middle East, offering opportunities to work on cross-border projects. The team is also highly regarded in the environmental sphere. Known for its collaborative and supportive culture, the team prides itself on the variety, quality, and market significance of its work. Their impressive client base includes leading real estate companies, investors, developers, and public sector bodies. The Work: This role offers the chance to work on some of the most high-profile planning and infrastructure projects in the UK, including: - Advising on major infrastructure projects and securing Development Consent Orders - Developing and implementing planning strategies for significant urban regeneration projects - Supporting contentious matters, including judicial reviews and land compensation claims - Negotiating and drafting statutory agreements (e.g., s106 and s278 agreements) - Advising on compulsory purchase orders and other public sector powers - Providing planning support for real estate and finance transactions The Candidate: - At least 2 years' PQE with experience in planning law, ideally gained at a top-tier firm or leading specialist practice - Strong technical skills and a commercial approach to problem-solving - Experience advising on major development projects and planning-related transactions - The ability to work independently and as part of a larger team on complex matters - A client-focused mindset with excellent communication and relationship-building skills This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected team, working on cutting-edge projects with a global reach. If you are looking to take the next step in your career at an elite international firm, we would love to hear from you. For more details or a confidential discussion, please get in touch. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.