Managing Associate - Planning - Environmental

JMC Legal is seeking a Managing Associate - Planning - Environmental in Sheffield, England, for a Planning Lawyer with 5+ years PQE. The role focuses on the clean energy sector, involving high-profile projects and collaboration within a top-tier environmental team. The firm is known for its exceptional legal services and employee well-being. The position offers a competitive salary of £75K and opportunities for professional growth.
Planning Lawyer (5+ PQE) | Managing Associate | Top 50 UK Firm | SheffieldAn exciting opportunity awaits an ambitious Planning Lawyer with 5+ years of PQE to join a forward-thinking and award-winning Top 50 firm in their modern Sheffield office as Managing Associate. With a strong focus on the clean energy sector, this role offers the chance to work on some of the most innovative and transformative projects in the UK. The FirmThis prestigious national firm is celebrated for its ability to deliver exceptional legal services to a diverse client base, ranging from large multinational corporations to private clients and families. Known for its entrepreneurial approach, the firm encourages its lawyers to carve out their own specialisms and is proud to foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and innovation.With Tier 1 rankings in numerous practice areas from the Legal 500 and recognition across over 40 Chambers categories, the firm is a true leader in the legal profession. Many of its lawyers are celebrated as Hall of Fame inductees, Leading Individuals, Next Generation Partners, and Rising Stars, underscoring its reputation for nurturing top-tier talent.The firm is consistently recognised as one of the UK's Top 100 Companies to Work For, offering a dynamic, flexible working environment that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. Its client base spans prominent FTSE 100 companies, major public sector organisations and international businesses, ensuring an exciting and high-quality workload for its teams.The RoleAs part of this top-tier Environmental team, you will contribute to some of the highest-quality Planning work in the country. Collaborating closely with national colleagues across the firm, you'll find a culture that is both supportive and highly collaborative.In your role as Managing Associate, you will play a pivotal role in fostering this culture, offering guidance and mentorship to junior Solicitors as they develop their expertise.Your responsibilities will span a diverse and dynamic range of environmental matters. From high-profile projects to major energy and infrastructure developments, you will gain hands-on experience with some of the most exciting and complex challenges in the field.The client portfolio you will work with is equally varied and prestigious, including public and private companies such as manufacturers, housebuilders, commercial developers, minerals operators, and utilities. Additionally, you'll engage with public sector organizations, local authorities, and environmental regulators, offering comprehensive support across their environmental needs.The ideal candidate:Environmental Managing Associate 5+ years PQESector expertise and ability to lead on significant transactionsStrong appetite for professional growth and motivation to consistently deliver your bestWhat's on offer:Highly competitive salary package and excellent benefitsAccess to the most impactful and high-profile work availableOpportunity to work alongside leading individuals and next-generation partnersApply now for Immediate consideration or contact Sid Wright on 07441937659 or sid@jmc-legal.com for a confidential chat.