Legal consultant - Planning (5+ PQE)

Join to apply for the Legal consultant - Planning (5+ PQE) role at Peerpoint3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Legal consultant - Planning (5+ PQE) role at PeerpointPeerpoint is A&O Shearman’s global platform for self-directed consultant lawyers who want to access the best work, clients, resources and bespoke support, whilst working on assignments of typically six months or more, either within A&O Shearman practice groups or directly with clients. We are currently looking for a lawyer with at least 5 years’ top-tier post-qualification experience in planning law to provide support to A&O Shearman’s planning team within the firm’s award winning real estate practice. This position will suit applicants looking to work 5 days a week, though the time commitment required may vary depending on workload – we are happy to discuss different working pattern requirements during the recruitment process. There is the ability to work in the office or remotely.The successful candidate will work autonomously and manage their own projects whilst being supported by lawyers who are experts in their field.The team deals with the full spectrum of planning work in the office, retail, industrial, hotel and residential sectors, as well as in the context of substantial infrastructure and energy projects such as power stations, gas storage facilities, offshore windfarms and transport schemes.The opportunity will involve advising on a range of planning matters including:the planning aspects of real estate and finance transactions, such as conducting planning due diligence for sales, acquisitions or portfolio financings;the planning elements of complex energy and infrastructure deals; andstandalone planning matters, including working with developers on their planning applications, reviewing environmental impact assessments, advising on highway law issues, negotiating and drafting S106 agreements and advising on heritage, in particular aspects around listed buildings.Our criteriaSuccessful applicants will:have a minimum of five years' post-qualification experience at a law firm ranked as top tier for planning law;have a desire to take ownership of their career and be responsible for their own professional development and network, proactively making use of any support and resources available;have researched the personal and financial factors that you need to consider when commencing a career as a legal consultant and be comfortable with the ways in which it differs from permanent employment;be committed to building a positive and productive relationship with Peerpoint, including having a transparent, open and responsive style of communication;have a consultant mindset, including a highly professional, flexible and adaptable outlook and approach;have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to professionally deal with stakeholders at all levels, building strong relationships internally and externally;be resilient, autonomous and highly credible, with exemplary commercial/business acumen and client service ethic;have proven project management skills; NOTE: Due to the nature of the relationship between Peerpoint and our legal consultants, we are not able to sponsor visas. As a result of the high volume of applications we receive, it is our policy not to provide individual feedback at the application stage.Over the last decade, we’ve helped lead the transformation of legal consulting as a truly credible option alongside private practice and in-house legal careers. Empowering your development – you’ll be fully supported by our experienced team and will have access to A&O Shearman’s training, development and networking events, including opportunities to grow your skillset with A&O Shearman’s Advanced Delivery & Solutions businesses. On assignment, you’ll have access to an A&O Shearman partner and professional support lawyers as well as extensive knowledge resources.Variety you control – steer your legal career in whichever direction you choose. That could mean more flexibility over the time you spend between your personal and professional life, whether that's to pursue a passion, spend time with family or take breaks to travel the world.Futureproof your career – if you need coaching or mentoring, our team can guide you on the range of diverse paths to help you grow your experience. 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