Planning Associate

Planning Associate

Bristol

Salary up to £82k

Yolk Recruitment is proud to be supporting this exciting opportunity for an experienced Associate to join a dynamic and growing Planning team in Bristol. If you're an experienced Planning Solicitor looking for high-quality work, career progression, and the chance to work on major development and regeneration projects, this role could be the perfect next step.

This is an opportunity to work on both contentious and non-contentious planning matters, advising a diverse client base that includes developers, local authorities, and corporate organisations. With a strong pipeline of work, hybrid working options, and excellent benefits, this is a fantastic role for an ambitious planning solicitor ready to take the next step in their career.

This is what you will be doing:

As a Planning Associate, you will:

• Provide expert advice on planning law matters, including planning agreements, development consent orders, and compulsory purchase orders.
• Manage planning appeals and inquiries, representing clients in negotiations and hearings.
• Advise on highways and infrastructure planning, listed buildings, and conservation area issues.
• Work closely with colleagues across the firm to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.
• Support business development efforts by building strong client relationships and contributing to team growth.

The experience you will bring to the team:

You will bring the following experience to the Planning team:-

• 4-8 years' PQE with a background in planning law.
• Experience handling both contentious and non-contentious planning matters.
• Strong legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Confidence working directly with clients and managing multiple cases.
• A proactive, commercial mindset with an interest in business development.

This is what you will get in return:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Hybrid working with a flexible office / home balance.
• 25 days holiday (plus the option to buy additional leave).
• Private medical insurance, pension scheme & life assurance.
• Career development opportunities, structured training, and clear progression pathways.
• Well being support, including Employee Assistance Programme and cycle-to-work scheme.

Are you up to the challenge?

If you're a Planning Associate ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more! Join a team that values diversity, promotes well being, and offers unmatched opportunities for professional growth. Don't miss out on this chance to be part of something extraordinary. You are encouraged to apply by contacting Oliver Coodye.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.