Planning Lawyer

Planning Lawyer

Up to £59,516 + Excellent Benefits | Permanent | Hybrid (2 days in office)

Peterborough is a city in motion, with regeneration projects and infrastructure schemes that will transform its future. As a Planning and Highways Lawyer, you’ll be at the heart of this change, using your expertise to deliver major developments and ensure the legal frameworks for growth are robust and future-proof.

This is an exciting opportunity for those with planning or highways law experience in a local authority or public sector setting to take on career-defining projects with a tangible legacy.

What You’ll Do

• Draft and negotiate Section 106 agreements and other complex planning obligations
• Advise on major development proposals, including regeneration and transport infrastructure
• Represent Legal Services at Planning Committee, giving clear and confident advice
• Support planning appeals, enforcement cases, and judicial review challenges
• Provide advice on highways law, including agreements and adoption processes
• Work closely with planners, engineers, developers, and senior stakeholders
• Ensure legal frameworks enable sustainable growth and attract investment

Why You’ll Love It Here

• High-Profile Projects – Play a key role in delivering the landmark Station Quarter scheme and other strategic developments
• Visible Impact – See your work shape the city’s infrastructure and long-term future
• Expert Development – Expand your skills quickly with a rich, varied caseload
• Committee Experience – Gain confidence and expertise presenting to elected members
• Hybrid Balance – Two days a week in the office, supportive colleagues, and strong CPD

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEx Fellow
• Strong planning law experience, ideally with complex development agreement exposure
• Knowledge of Section 106 agreements and highways law
• Confidence advising committees and senior stakeholders in public settings
• Commercial acumen and the ability to manage multi-party negotiations
• An interest in regeneration and infrastructure delivery