An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Planning Solicitor to join my clients highly regarded firm in their Leeds offices on a hybrid basis.

My clients team is renowned for delivering clear, commercially strategic, and pragmatic advice, their team offers the flexibility to work either as part of a wider consultancy group or as sole advisers, depending on client needs.

This role is open to applicants at all levels of PQE and offers a very competitive salary and package.

Role Overview:

You will have the opportunity to act on both contentious and non-contentious planning matters including:

• Drafting and negotiating complex s.106 agreements
• Advising on highways issues
• Advising on planning objections and appeals
• Dealing with enforcement matters
• Advising on Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)
• Guiding on permitted development rights and the prior approval process
• Telecoms objections
• Town and village green matters
• Providing support on due diligence and the planning aspects of real estate and corporate transactions

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

You will be an enthusiastic and ambitious planning solicitor joining a well-regarded Planning and wider Real Estate team.

• The ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
• Proven experience in delivering high-quality work to strict deadlines
• A collaborative and team-focused mindset
• Calm and composed approach under pressure
• Excellent attention to detail

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment

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