Solicitor

Sphere Recruitment Associates; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

Sphere Recruitment Associates Leeds, England, United Kingdom

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Consenting Lawyer (4-8 PQE) – Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester

Location: Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester

Experience: 4-8 years PQE

Are you a skilled Consenting Lawyer looking to work on some of the UK’s most high-profile energy and infrastructure projects?

Our client, a prestigious law firm, is seeking experienced consenting lawyers to join their market-leading Planning & Environment, Energy & Infrastructure team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in major projects that shape the UK’s infrastructure and energy landscape.

Why Join?

• Top-tier planning & environment team: The largest dedicated planning team in the UK, advising on landmark projects.
• High-profile projects: Work on nationally significant energy and infrastructure developments, including offshore wind farms, large-scale solar projects, carbon capture plants, nuclear facilities, and transport infrastructure.
• Industry-leading clients: Work with major clients such as Orsted, EDF, BP, Drax Power, National Highways, Transport for London, and Heathrow Airport.
• Cutting-edge legal work: Handle Development Consent Orders, compulsory acquisition, Environmental Impact Assessments, judicial reviews, and large-scale planning applications.
• Career development: Gain early responsibility, direct client exposure, and first-class training within a dynamic, growing team.

The Role

As a Consenting Lawyer, you will:

• Advise on major energy and infrastructure projects, providing legal support on planning applications, environmental assessments, and consenting processes.
• Work on high-profile Development Consent Orders and Transport and Works Act Orders.
• Handle matters involving the Planning Act 2008, Town and Country Planning Act 1990, compulsory acquisition and compensation, EIA/HRA, inquiries/examinations, and judicial review.
• Collaborate closely with Energy & Infrastructure specialists on nationally significant schemes.

What We’re Looking For

• Ideally 4-8 years PQE with strong experience in planning, environmental, or infrastructure law.
• Background in a large regional or national practice preferred.
• Expertise in one or more of the following: Development Consent Orders, Transport and Works Act Orders, compulsory acquisition, environmental assessments, and judicial review.
• Strong commercial awareness, business development skills, and a proactive approach.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A collaborative, innovative, and inclusive working environment.
• High-profile, strategic work with career-defining opportunities.
• A strong commitment to training, development, and career progression.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Consenting Lawyer to join a market-leading team and work on some of the UK’s most significant projects. If you're ready to take the next step, apply now to be part of this exceptional practice!

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services