Planning Associate

Planning Associate | National Law Firm | Nottingham | 1+ PQE Are you a passionate and driven Planning Associate looking to take the next step in your legal career? We are working exclusively with a leading national law firm based in Nottingham, renowned for its expertise in planning law and delivering innovative solutions to a diverse client base. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a Planning Associate with 1+ PQE to join a dynamic, forward-thinking team. You'll work alongside experienced partners and associates on a broad range of complex and high-profile planning matters, including development consents, local government planning policy, environmental impact assessments, and planning appeals. What You'll Bring · 1+ years PQE in planning law, ideally with experience across both contentious and non-contentious planning matters · Strong technical knowledge of the Town and Country Planning Act and related legislation · Excellent drafting, advocacy, and negotiation skills · Ability to manage your own caseload and build strong client relationships · Commercial awareness and a proactive, solution-focused approach Why Join Them? · Work within a nationally recognised team at a top-tier firm · Exposure to high-profile and varied planning projects · Supportive and collaborative culture encouraging personal development · Competitive salary and excellent benefits package · Hybrid working flexibility If you're ready to develop your planning law career with a market-leading national law firm in Nottingham, we want to hear from you. To discuss this role further, or to apply confidentially, please contact Lauren Evans at BCL Legal.