Planning Legal Director

Planning Legal Director | 10+ PQE | Interational Law Firm | Birmingham BCL Legal is pleased to be assisting a leading international law firm seeking a Legal Director to join its market-leading Planning team in Birmingham. This Planning Legal Director opportunity is offered on a full-time, permanent basis, with hybrid working as standard and a highly competitive salary and benefits package. The Role As a Legal Director in this growing Planning team, you would: · Lead and support major development, infrastructure, and regeneration projects, including Development Consent Orders (DCOs), Compulsory Purchase Orders (CPOs) and planning appeals. · Advise a high-profile client base of developers, public sector bodies, and funders. · Draft and negotiate complex planning agreements, including S106 and infrastructure agreements. · Advise on compulsory purchase compensation, judicial reviews, and permitted development rights. · Conduct planning due diligence in support of real estate transactions. · Supervise and mentor junior team members. · Play an active role in business development and client relationship management. About You To be successful in your application for this Planning Legal Director vacancy, you will have: · A minimum of 10 years' PQE, with extensive experience in planning law. · A strong background in handling large-scale development, infrastructure, or regeneration projects. · Proven ability to lead on DCOs, CPOs, and complex planning matters. · Excellent drafting, legal analysis, and communication skills. · Experience advising on both public and private sector planning matters. · A collaborative mindset and interest in supporting junior colleagues and growing client relationships. The Offering The successful Legal Director will be rewarded with: · A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. · A flexible, supportive, and inclusive team culture. · The opportunity to lead on nationally significant projects. · Genuine progression opportunities within a highly regarded national Planning team. · Hybrid working with a Birmingham office base. Apply Now! To be considered for this Planning Legal Director vacancy, apply here with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Angharad Warren at BCL Legal for further information. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.