Planning Solicitor

Planning SolicitorUp to £59,516 + Excellent Benefits | PermanentPeterborough is undergoing major regeneration, with projects that will reshape the city’s infrastructure and growth for decades to come. As a Planning and Highways Lawyer, you’ll play a central role in making that happen, providing expert legal advice on developments that range from city-centre regeneration to large-scale transport schemes.This is a chance to take on complex, high-profile work where your advice directly influences how the city evolves. Whether it’s negotiating Section 106 agreements, guiding planning committees, or advising on highways law, your expertise will help ensure that development is both ambitious and legally robust.What You’ll DoDraft and negotiate Section 106 agreements and complex planning obligationsAdvise on major development proposals, regeneration projects, and transport infrastructureRepresent Legal Services at Planning Committee with clear, confident adviceSupport planning appeals, enforcement cases, and judicial reviewsProvide highways law advice, including agreements and adoption processesWork closely with planners, engineers, developers, and senior stakeholdersWhat We’re Looking ForQualified Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEx FellowStrong planning law experience, ideally including development agreementsKnowledge of Section 106 agreements and highways lawConfidence advising committees and senior stakeholders in public forumsAbility to manage complex, multi-party negotiations with commercial awarenessInterest in regeneration and infrastructure deliveryWhy JoinHigh-Profile Projects: Play a leading part in schemes like the landmark Station Quarter redevelopmentVisible Impact: See your work shape the city’s long-term infrastructure and growthProfessional Development: Gain expertise quickly through a varied caseload and committee experienceSupportive Culture: Collaborative colleagues, strong CPD, and a balanced hybrid working model

Created: 2025-09-19