New Job Opening: Planning Senior Associate or Managing Associa in Manchester, UK

Job Description

Planning Senior Associate or Managing Associate

Location: Manchester

Salary: £75,000 to £105,000 plus bonus and benefits

Experience: Ideally 3 to 8 years’ PQE

If you’re a planning lawyer who enjoys being close to live development work, giving clear commercial advice, and helping projects move from concept to delivery, this is a strong opportunity to join a growing national team with real momentum.

Our client is a national UK law firm with an excellent reputation and client base. They are modern and forward-thinking in their approach to work, with a supportive culture and flexible working.

You’ll join a multi-disciplinary Planning and Environment group, supporting clients across a wide range of development sectors. The team is expanding due to growth in instructions, and this hire will play a key role in supporting that continued expansion.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Advising on planning and associated law, providing clear, pragmatic and commercial guidance

• Drafting and negotiating Section 106 agreements

• Advising on highways and other statutory agreements

• Supporting due diligence for property and corporate transactions

• Advising on contentious planning matters, including inquiries/hearings and court challenges/judicial reviews

• Supporting wider team growth through strong client service and contribution to business development

What We’re Looking For

• Ideally 3 to 8 years’ PQE with directly relevant planning experience

• Experience of Section 106 agreements and highways/statutory agreements

• Experience supporting transactional due diligence (property and/or corporate)

• Comfortable advising on contentious planning work (inquiries/hearings and court challenges/judicial reviews)

• Experience in DCOs and/or large regeneration schemes is desirable

• Strong commercial awareness and a practical, solutions-led approach

• A collaborative style and commitment to high standards of client service

What’s On Offer

• High-quality work across multiple development sectors

• A team in growth mode with clear progression opportunities

• Supportive culture with flexible working

• Salary £75,000 to £105,000 plus bonus and benefits (dependent on level and experience)

Working Arrangements

• Manchester-based role

• Flexible working approach, with details to be confirmed at interview

Next Steps (How to Apply)

Apply online or send your CV to  [email protected]  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.