New! Data Centre / Planning Legal Director

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.

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.

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

For more information or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact Rob at TSR Legal:

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