Posted 12 August, 2026
Planning Senior Associate / Partner - Gloucestershire
Chadwick Nott
Gloucester, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Reference: ORJ921958033G_1785251734Planning Senior Associate / Partner - Gloucestershire - 120,000 to 150,000Location: GloucestershireType of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with flexibility)Salary: 120,000 to 150,000 (DOE, Partner level)A well established regional firm is seeking a Senior Associate or Partner level Planning Solicitor to lead and grow its planning offering in Gloucestershire area. This is a strategic senior hire, ideal for a lawyer with strong technical expertise and (ideally) an existing following or established client relationships. The firm is open to paying up to 150k for the right Partner level candidate.The RoleYou will take a leading role in delivering high quality planning and property related work, including:Overseeing continuous and non contentious planning, property and agricultural mattersAdvising on tenancies, sales and purchases, and environmental mattersHandling property focused disputes and litigationManaging the full spectrum of planning work: applications, appeals, Section 106 agreements and planning obligationsActing for landowners, rural clients, developers and commercial stakeholdersLeading client relationships and driving new business opportunitiesSupporting and mentoring junior lawyers within the teamPlaying a key role in the strategic development of the planning practiceCandidate RequirementsThis role is suited to a senior planning specialist with:Significant experience in planning law, ideally at Senior Associate or Partner levelStrong technical expertise across planning, property and agricultural mattersExperience handling planning applications, appeals and Section 106 agreementsConfidence managing both contentious and non contentious mattersExcellent drafting skills and commercial judgementStrong communication skills and the ability to advise clearly and strategicallyA proactive, commercially minded approachIdeally, an existing following or established client relationshipsAppetite to contribute to business development and practice growthBenefitsThe firm offers:Highly competitive salary up to 150k for Partner level candidatesFlexibility around working arrangementsStrong partner support and autonomyClear progression and leadership opportunitiesA collaborative, friendly and well respected team environmentHow to ApplyFor a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:Email: [email protected]: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761The firm welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and can make adjustments to support individual needs.*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
