Job Description
Planning Lawyer (5+ years') – Glasgow
A leading Scottish Planning team is seeking a senior Solicitor to join its high-profile practice in Glasgow or Edinburgh. The team advises on both contentious and non-contentious matters, including:
* Complex planning applications and infrastructure projects
* Public inquiries, judicial review, CPOs, DCOs
* Urban extensions, major regeneration and mixed-use schemes
* Energy projects including solar, BESS and wind developments
The Role
* Advise developers, landowners and local authorities on planning law matters
* Draft and negotiate S106 agreements, infrastructure agreements and other planning instruments
* Support public inquiries, judicial review and broader planning litigation
* Conduct planning due diligence for commercial and corporate transactions
* Mentor junior Lawyers and contribute to team development and business growth
You will have:
* 5+ years' PQE, dual qualification preferred (Scottish-qualified candidates open to dual qualification will be considered)
* Strong experience in planning agreements, CIL, complex development or infrastructure projects and compulsory purchase matters
* Excellent client service, commercial awareness and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team
Why Apply
This is an exceptional opportunity to work on landmark projects across Scotland, take a leading role in a top-tier team and help shape the growth and profile of a dynamic planning practice.
For more information, please contact Melissa Tang at G2 Legal for a confidential discussion or please apply with an up to date CV.
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