Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing. Beacon Hill Legal is partnering with a leading Michigan-based firm seeking a Land Use & Zoning Associate to join its Real Estate Practice Group. This position can be based in Grand Rapids, Detroit, or Kalamazoo and offers the opportunity to work closely with developers, municipalities, and business clients on meaningful projects that shape local communities. Highlights: * Work directly with planning commissions, zoning boards, and city councils to secure approvals, variances, and entitlements * Advise clients on zoning, land use, development, and municipal law, including rezonings, special use permits, and site plan reviews * Draft and negotiate development-related agreements (purchase agreements, easements, development contracts, etc.) * Collaborate with planners, engineers, and consultants on complex projects across the state * Competitive compensation, hybrid flexibility, and strong mentorship within a collegial, well-established team Qualifications: * JD from an accredited law school * Active license (or eligibility) to practice in Michigan * 2+ years of experience in land use, zoning, municipal, or real estate law preferred * Excellent research, writing, and advocacy skills; ability to present effectively before public bodies * Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously * Experience or interest in environmental law and/or development work is a plus Apply today to learn more. Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/ Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records. Company Profile: Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com . Benefits Information: Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)
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