Overview
Role: Planning Law – Legal Director or Partner
Salary: £95,000 – £120,000 + generous bonus
Location: Leeds City Centre
Experience: Senior Level, with client following
A senior planning opportunity with a progressive UK law firm that has delivered consistent double-digit growth in recent years and is on track to do the same again this year.
The Opportunity
You will join an established, high-performing planning practice that is continuing to grow, with a strong existing client base and a clear strategy for further expansion in Leeds.
This role suits a Legal Director or Partner who enjoys leading complex planning work, building trusted client relationships, and shaping a team’s direction.
About the Role
- Lead and advise on a broad range of planning matters, including strategic planning, development consent, and planning agreements
- Support clients through the full lifecycle of development projects, working closely with colleagues across real estate, construction, corporate and disputes
- Provide clear, commercial advice to a varied client base, including developers, landowners, investors and public sector bodies
- Manage key client relationships and contribute to the growth of the Leeds planning offering
- Supervise, mentor and develop junior lawyers as the team expands
- Contribute to business development, profile-raising and thought leadership
What We’re Looking For
Essential
- Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales
- Senior-level planning experience with strong technical capability
- Proven ability to manage matters independently and lead client relationships
- Candidates must have an established following
- Strong commercial judgement and a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach
- Collaborative working style and commitment to developing others
Desirable
- Experience advising on large-scale development, regeneration and infrastructure projects
- Experience working closely with real estate and construction teams on complex schemes
- Track record of mentoring and team leadership at senior level
What’s On Offer
- Salary £95,000 – £120,000 plus a generous bonus structure
- A genuine opportunity to shape and grow a senior planning offering in Leeds
- Established team with an existing client base and strong pipeline
- Supportive, collaborative culture with high-quality work and clear progression
- Modern working environment with flexibility considered
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established UK law firm with a strong reputation for advising businesses, public sector bodies and individuals. The firm has achieved double-digit growth in recent years and continues to invest in its people and practice areas, with a clear focus on sustainable, long-term expansion.
Location & Working Arrangements
Leeds City Centre. Full-time, permanent role. Flexible working considered.
How to Apply
Apply online or send your CV to lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.
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