Job Description

Oculus

is partnering with a

Top 20 international firm

to recruit a

Senior Associate

into a Planning & Infrastructure team that delivers

landmark regeneration and nationally significant development

across the UK.

If you live in the world of

DCOs, CPOs and Section 106 agreements

, this puts you at the heart of big-ticket projects--working with an exceptional Partner on matters that genuinely change skylines.

The snapshot

Title:

Senior Associate - Planning

Location:

Birmingham (hybrid --

2 days in office

)

Salary:

Up to 87,000 + bonus

(bonus from 1,300 hrs; team target 1,500)

Practice:

Real Estate - Planning, Regeneration & Infrastructure
Why this, why now?

Work directly with a

Tier 1-ranked Partner

known for clear strategy, mentorship and delivery. Advise

developers, funds, investors and public bodies

on complex, high-value schemes. Full lifecycle exposure:

site assembly ? consent ? delivery ? compensation

. Sector variety:

transport, energy, logistics, town centre, retail, health, education

. Tight-knit team,

real autonomy

, hybrid flexibility and rewards that recognise performance.
What you'll do

Lead and advise on

DCOs, CPOs, Section 106

and complex planning instructions. Draft/negotiate planning agreements for

developers, lenders, investors, public sector

. Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams on

land assembly & infrastructure

projects. Advise on

compulsory purchase compensation, JR and appeals

. Support planning

due diligence

on acquisitions, disposals and financings. Mentor juniors and contribute to

BD and client relationship growth

.
What you'll bring

Qualified Solicitor (5+ PQE)

with strong

planning/development/infrastructure

experience. Evidenced expertise in

s106, CPO and DCO

work. Confidence with

complex statutory processes

and multi-stakeholder projects. Commercial, clear communicator with strong client-handling skills. Team player who leads by example and raises standards.
The rewards

Up to 87,000 + bonus

(trigger from

1,300 hours

)

Hybrid working:

2 days/week in Birmingham office

Benefits:

private medical, life assurance, income protection, pension & more

Progression:

a platform that genuinely supports the step to

Managing Associate/Partner

Work that matters:

schemes shaping communities and infrastructure
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 75,000.00-87,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Birmingham B4