Planning Solicitor – Cardiff

Overview

In this Planning Solicitor role, you will advise on planning permission strategies and negotiate statutory agreements to support development projects. You will conduct due diligence for planning aspects of real estate, funding and corporate transactions, and guide clients on issues like Assets of Community Value and Village Greens. You’ll manage own caseload while collaborating with senior colleagues on development matters, with a focus on risk management, appeals, and enforcement. The position is based in Cardiff with hybrid working (2–3 days in-office). You will help drive client relationships and participate in business development to grow the team’s regional impact.

Responsibilities

• Advise on planning permission strategies and negotiations for statutory agreements
• Conduct due diligence for planning aspects of real estate, funding, and corporate transactions
• Provide guidance on special protection areas, Assets of Community Value, and Village Greens
• Assist with risk management by auditing planning documents, handling appeals, judicial reviews, enforcement, and highways matters
• Demonstrate knowledge of EIA, CIL, and GLA planning
• Manage own caseload and collaborate with senior colleagues on development-focused matters
• Engage in business development and networking to support team growth

Key requirements

• At least 3 years PQE
• Strong technical expertise in planning and highways law
• Experience drafting complex s.106 agreements and highway/land development agreements
• Exceptional communication and drafting skills

• Excellent communication
• Strong drafting ability
• Client-focused and collaborative
• Planning law
• Highways law
• s.106 agreements

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