Contract Planning Solicitor – Local Government

Civic Recruitment Limited; Swindon; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting a Solicitor for a 3 month contract with a Local Authority in Swindon. You will deliver high-quality legal services, provide advice to officers and Members, and manage a caseload across planning, property and regeneration matters.

The role requires a practising certificate and experience in local government law. You will work within the Legal Services team, supporting committees and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEX with current practising certificate.
• Knowledge of local government legal practice and governance arrangements.
• Experience in property, planning, regeneration or commercial legal services.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, timely and practical legal advice, representation and support to Council officers and Members on a range of legal matters.
• Manage a personal caseload of files, ensuring effective case management and progression of legal matters.
• Conduct legal research, analyse legislation, case law, evidence and documentation to identify solutions and provide appropriate legal advice.
• Review and interpret complex information and evidence provided by client departments and external parties.
• Represent the Council in legal proceedings, including hearings, appeals, tribunals and other formal processes where required.
• Draft, negotiate and complete legal documentation, agreements, contracts and other legal materials.
• Provide specialist legal advice within relevant areas, including property, planning, regeneration or commercial matters.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Qualified Solicitor/Barrister/CILEX

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting a Solicitor for a 3 month contract with a Local Authority in Swindon. You will deliver high-quality legal services, provide advice to officers and Members, and manage a caseload across planning, property and regeneration matters.

The role requires a practising certificate and experience in local government law. You will work within the Legal Services team, supporting committees and external stakeholders.