One of the Southwest's leading law firms have an exciting opportunity for a newly-qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their growing Planning team. The ideal candidate for this role will have 0-2 PQE, and while any previous planning experience would be ideal, this doesn't necessarily require a training contract seat within planning law, as long as there is a genuine interest in the area of law.You can expect to work on large-scale projects, ranging from commercial and residential developments to significant infrastructure and regeneration schemes for a range of national and regional clients.

This role offers an attractive salary and a truly amazing and market-leading benefits package and is being offered with hybrid working. This firm leads the way with their forward-thinking and innovative approach to their systems, technology and work-life balance. They are one of the Southwest'sleading firms and have a national presence, providing a platform for their employees to continuously grow and develop their skills. This role can be based in Plymouth, Exeter or Bristol, with a team that works collaboratively over these locations.

Responsibilities include:

• Advising clients on planning permission applications, negotiate planning and infrastructure agreements, and provide commercially focused advice on securing and implementing planning permissions.
• Working on large scale development consent orders for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects
• Support our transactional property practice, acting for both private and public sector clients

Skills and experience sought:

• Qualified lawyer, ideally with experience of Planning law, but if not, with a genuine interest in Planning law
• 0-2 years PQE desired
• A dynamic and highly credible approach

Benefits:

• 28 days holidays per annum
• Buy and sell holiday options
• Discounted shopping package
• Lifestyle benefits and flexible working initiatives
• Gym membership
• 5 year sabbatical benefit
• Market leading parental leave, with 6 months enhanced primary and secondary carer leave with full pay
• Emergency backup childcare
• Social & sports clubs
• Private healthcare options
• EV car and bike schemes
• 2x volunteer days per year

To apply, please submit your application or alternatively please contact James at Aspiria Recruit (contact details on the Aspiria Recruit website)

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