Planning Lawyer (5+ years')

Job Description

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

The ideal candidate 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. T: 0131 278 0000