Planning & Environmental Solicitor

Planning & Environmental Solicitor

Location: Belfast
Working Pattern: Full-time with flexible and hybrid working options

A well-regarded Planning & Environmental team is looking to appoint a Solicitor to support its growing practice across Northern Ireland and Ireland. The team advises on a wide range of complex and high-profile matters, including major infrastructure and energy projects, as well as contentious planning and environmental issues.

This role is open to solicitors at any stage of post-qualification experience who have an interest in planning and environmental law. The position offers high-quality work, early responsibility and excellent long-term development within a collaborative and supportive team.

• Advising on planning and environmental matters across both contentious and non-contentious workstreams

• Supporting major infrastructure, energy and renewable development projects

• Providing strategic advice on planning permissions, environmental impact assessments, regulatory compliance and enforcement

• Drafting and reviewing legal documentation, regulatory submissions and litigation materials

• Liaising with clients, regulators, counsel and other stakeholders to deliver commercially focused advice

• Working closely with colleagues across related practice areas, including energy, infrastructure and real estate

• Contributing to business development, client relationships and the continued growth of the team

Essential:

• Qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland (or eligible to qualify)

• Demonstrable interest in planning, environmental or regulatory law

• Strong drafting, analytical and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple matters effectively in a fast-paced environment

• Commercial, proactive and collaborative approach

Desirable (depending on level):

• Experience advising on planning or environmental matters, including infrastructure, renewable energy or permitting

• Exposure to contentious planning or environmental disputes

• Familiarity with cross-border or multi-jurisdictional planning and environmental issues

• Opportunity to join a respected Planning & Environmental team handling complex, high-profile work

• Open to solicitors at any PQE level, reflecting the team's continued growth

• Competitive salary and benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

• Strong focus on training, mentoring and long-term career development

For further information on this role, or any other legal opportunities in Belfast or Northern Ireland, please contact Ciaran Gallagher for a confidential discussion.