Associate / Senior Associate – Planning & Highways
25 March 2026
Associate / Senior Associate – Planning & Highways
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)
Role Type: Fee Earner
The Role
An established and award-winning Planning team is continuing to grow and is seeking an experienced Planning Lawyer to join its Birmingham office. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile and socially impactful projects across sectors including local government, housing and ecclesiastical organisations.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, non-hierarchical team that values individuality and supports long-term career development. The work is varied, meaningful and often community-focused, offering exposure to both day-to-day advisory matters and major regeneration projects.
Key Responsibilities
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Advising on, drafting and negotiating complex Section 106 agreements
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Providing legal support at planning committees and advising on complex planning issues
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Progressing compulsory purchase orders (CPOs) and advising on regeneration schemes
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Working closely with property teams on town centre regeneration and development projects
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Delivering client training and supporting business development through networking
About You
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3+ years’ PQE with strong experience in planning law
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Proven expertise in Section 106 agreements, CPOs and planning advisory work
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Confident supporting planning committees and handling appeals
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Willingness to supervise junior lawyers and contribute to team development
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Strong communication skills with an interest in client-facing work and networking
What’s on Offer
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Hybrid working
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25 days’ annual leave plus additional Christmas gift days
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Paid volunteering leave supporting social purpose initiatives
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Excellent technical training and opportunities to develop sector expertise
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Modern office facilities and full IT support for home working
Please contact Gaby on 07748846629 or email on gabriella.farebrother-
