Overview
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.
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