Associate, Planning & Environmental – Leading UK Law Firm (2-6 PQE)

Company: Rutherford
Apply for the Associate, Planning & Environmental – Leading UK Law Firm (2-6 PQE)
Location: London
Job Description:

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced lawyer to join a growing national Planning & Environmental practice.

The successful candidate will advise a high-profile client base on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious planning and environmental matters, working as part of an established team with a strong focus on delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice.

Key Responsibilities

  • Advise clients on contentious and non-contentious aspects of planning and environmental law.
  • Manage a varied caseload while supporting partners and senior lawyers on complex matters.
  • Develop strong relationships with high-profile clients and provide responsive, commercially focused advice.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across the wider national practice.
  • Contribute to the continued growth and development of the team.

Candidate Profile

Experience

  • Qualified lawyer with up to 6 years’ PQE.
  • Relevant experience in planning and/or environmental law.
  • Experience advising on both contentious and non-contentious matters would be advantageous.

Skills

  • Strong technical legal and analytical skills.
  • Clear and confident written and verbal communication.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work to a consistently high standard.
  • Commercial awareness and a practical approach to legal advice.

For a confidential discussion, or to learn more about this opportunity, please get in touch.

Posted: August 20th, 2026