Planning Legal Director / Partner Location: Leeds Salary: Highly competitive comprehensive benefits The Opportunity I am working with a leading national law firm with one of the strongest planning teams in the country. The team currently sits at 42 lawyers across several offices and has grown consistently year on year. Due to continued growth and an increase in complex instructions, the Leeds office is looking to appoint a Planning Legal Director or Partner. This is a standout opportunity for a senior planning lawyer who enjoys contentious work and is looking to play a visible role within a high-performing national team. The Role Focus on complex planning matters, with approximately 70% of the caseload being contentious Significant planning enquiry work Appearances and advocacy before Courts, Local Authorities and other bodies nationwide Supervision, mentoring and development of junior lawyers Supporting the continued growth of the Leeds planning offering This role involves regular national travel given the nature of the work. The Team & Clients 42-strong national planning team Excellent quality work across a broad range of sectors Clients include national housebuilders, water companies, bespoke developers and other major commercial organisations Strong reputation for technical excellence and commercial advice The Ideal Candidate Senior Planning Solicitor operating at Legal Director or Partner level Strong experience in contentious planning matters Advocacy experience highly desirable Solicitor Advocates of particular interest Planning Barristers will also be considered The Firm Leading national practice with an outstanding reputation in planning Friendly, professional and genuinely supportive culture Strong pastoral support and mentoring ethos Clear focus on staff wellbeing and inclusion Team growth driven by increased workstreams, not replacement If you are a senior planning lawyer in Leeds or considering a move to the region and would like a confidential discussion, please get in touch. Graham Rawlinson - graham@thinklegalrecruitment.com