Job Description

• Full Time
• Permanent
• Posted 14 hours ago

TSR Legal
90,000 - 105,000
A leading UK law firm is seeking an experienced Data Centre / Planning Legal Director to join its Bristol office. This role sits within the firm's nationally recognised Real Estate Group, working as part of a well-established Planning team.
Owing to sustained growth, the firm is looking to appoint a solicitor with a minimum of seven years' post-qualification experience in planning law.
The Role
You will advise on a wide range of planning and environmental matters, including:
Enforcement, listed buildings, compulsory purchase and compensation
Drafting and negotiating section 106 and infrastructure agreements
Preparing planning applications, certificates of lawfulness, objections, witness statements and statutory declarations
Representing clients at inquiries and hearings, including conducting advocacy where appropriate
Instructing Counsel and attending conferences
Advising on planning matters relating to large-scale infrastructure, including data centre developments
This is a varied role offering involvement in both public and private sector work across multiple industries, including housing, energy, and commercial development.
About You
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
At least 7 years' PQE in planning law, ideally gained at a recognised practice
Experience advising on complex planning matters, with sector expertise in housing, energy, or infrastructure
Strong track record with issues specific to data centre developments is highly desirable
Non-contentious environmental law and/or minerals planning experience would be an advantage
Strong technical skills and commercial acumen
A collaborative approach and a genuine interest in contributing to a high-performing national team
Apply
For more information or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact Rob at TSR Legal:
02920 388100 / rob@tsrlegal.co.uk
All applications and enquiries will be treated in strict confidence.