Associate - Planning, Energy & Infrastructure
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Energy & Infrastructure Planning Lawyer (NQ-3 PQE) | Sheffield
Are you a dynamic Planning Lawyer with NQ-3 years of PQE, ready to make your mark in a progressive Sheffield team tackling some of the most prominent national projects? This is your chance to join a Top 10 international law firm renowned for its innovation, excellence and commitment to advancing legal talent.
The Firm
This firm is a standout player in the legal market. Operating in over 20 countries, they are uniquely positioned to deliver complex, large-scale solutions to their diverse client base, which includes global corporations, visionary start-ups and public sector bodies.
Despite their international reach, the firm remains deeply connected to the UK market, building on decades-long relationships with domestic clients. Their progressive approach has earned Legal 500 Tier 1 rankings across numerous practice areas, and they are a recognised leader in energy, transport and infrastructure law.
This firm offers a dynamic and inclusive environment, blending the scale and profitability of Silver Circle firms with an emphasis on employee development and innovation. Their Sheffield office embodies this ethos, providing an inspiring platform for legal professionals to thrive.
The Role
This is a unique opportunity for a Planning Lawyer to join a growing and highly skilled team in Sheffield. You will work on a diverse range of projects, from high-profile DCO mandates to major energy and infrastructure developments, gaining exposure to some of the most exciting and complex work in the field.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Supporting partners in delivering major energy and infrastructure projects.
2. Advising on development consent orders (DCO), compulsory purchase matters, planning applications, appeals, and judicial reviews.
3. Handling marine licences, EIA and HRA processes, and public local inquiries.
4. Collaborating with teams across the firm, including Real Estate and Energy groups, on significant real estate and infrastructure transactions.
You will work with renowned developers, energy companies, utilities and public bodies, contributing to innovative solutions in a fast-evolving sector.
The Ideal Candidate
5. A qualified solicitor with NQ-3 years of PQE.
6. Passionate about tackling intellectually stimulating challenges.
7. Technically proficient and well-versed in current planning law.
8. Skilled at managing a diverse caseload and fostering strong client relationships.
9. A confident communicator with a commercially aware mindset.
Benefits
10. A market-leading salary complemented by a lucrative bonus scheme.
11. Clear, structured pathways for career progression.
12. A flexible and friendly working environment with a strong focus on collaboration and support.
13. Opportunities to work on high-profile UK and international projects.
14. Low billable hours targets, enabling a better work-life balance.