Highways and Planning Lawyer - Council

Spinwell Global; Reigate; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector opportunity as a Highways and Planning Lawyer in Reigate seeks a qualified candidate to manage legal services. This role includes team leadership, case management, and providing expert legal advice, aimed at reducing external legal dependencies. Candidates should possess strong legal qualifications, extensive experience, and exceptional communication skills.

Qualifications

• Substantial senior management experience in a legal specialty.
• Understanding of legal practices, processes, and procedures.
• Experience in leading, coaching, mentoring, and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of lawyers and provide legal advice to the County Council.
• Oversee diverse caseload and deliver innovative solutions.
• Advise the Council on legal issues and conduct staff training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Qualified solicitor, barrister, or Fellow of CILEX

Job description

Role: Highways and Planning Lawyer REF 112737

Contract Length: Until October 2025

Location: Reigate, Surrey

IR35: Inside

Pay Rate to Intermediary: £55 per hour

Security Clearance: DBS

Spinwell is recruiting for a Highways and Planning Lawyer for an excellent opportunity within the public sector.

Responsibilities of the Highways and Planning Lawyer

This role involves assisting in managing a team of lawyers, providing leadership, supervision, and expert legal advice to the County Council, its members, officers, and committees.

The role contributes to the wider management of Legal Services and embodies the council’s values and behaviors.

You will manage a varied caseload, deliver innovative solutions with minimal supervision, and support the council’s aim to reduce reliance on external legal support. Advocacy may be required.

You will also support the Monitoring Officer in advising the Council on legal issues and contribute to staff training on legal matters.

Skills and Experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification plus substantial senior management experience in a legal specialty.
• Knowledge of change management, project management, and continuous improvement.
• Understanding of work practices, processes, and procedures relevant to the role, including sector awareness.
• Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Proficiency with computerised business systems.
• Leadership ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills for strategic change.
• Experience in leading, coaching, mentoring, and staff development.
• Qualified solicitor, barrister, or Fellow of CILEX eligible to practice in England and Wales, with a current practicing certificate or eligibility to obtain one.
• Experience or aptitude for advocacy.

If you are a Highways and Planning Lawyer, apply now or send your CV to Spinwell!

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