Lawyer 1 - Planning and Highways

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Hereford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading council as a Planning and Highways Lawyer in Hereford, where you will provide legal expertise on planning and highways issues. This role offers a supportive environment for professional growth, flexible working arrangements, and a competitive salary package. Contribute to the development of the Legal Services Team while enjoying benefits like generous annual leave and relocation support.

Benefits

Relocation support up to £5,000

Pension scheme (LGPS)

Comprehensive training and development

Generous annual leave: 31 days plus bank holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional membership fee coverage

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and highways law is essential.
• Demonstrated knowledge in legal advice and advocacy.
• Willingness to mentor junior members.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on large-scale redevelopment schemes and planning enforcement.
• Draft S106 and Highway Agreements.
• Advocate on contentious planning and highway matters.

Skills

Planning and highways law

Legal advice

Advocacy

Education

Solicitor or Legal Executive qualification

Fellow of CiLEX

Qualified barrister

Job description

About The Role

Contract: Permanent
Salary: £39,513 -£43,693
Hours: 37
Location: Hereford
Closing Date: 19/06/2025

We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Planning and Highways Lawyer to join our dedicated Planning & Highways Team within Legal Services. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to Herefordshire's growth in a supportive environment.

The role requires experience in planning and highways law, with demonstrated knowledge in these areas. Responsibilities include providing legal advice on issues such as:

• Large-scale redevelopment schemes, CPOs, listed buildings, land contamination
• Drafting S106 and Highway Agreements
• Planning enforcement, prosecutions, appeals, and public inquiries
• Lawful Development Certificates, TPO advice
• Judicial Review, High Court proceedings, and governance

You will also:

• Advise councillors, stakeholders, and senior officers, liaising with external bodies and legal advisors
• Attend decision-making meetings, including remotely or in person
• Advocate on contentious planning and highway matters, draft documents, and review reports
• Support the development of the Legal Services Team and mentor junior members, including the Legal Apprentice

The ideal candidate is a Solicitor or Legal Executive, a fellow of CiLEX, or a qualified barrister. We welcome applicants at any career stage, from both public and private sectors.

In return, we offer:

• Salary: £39,513 to £48,710 depending on experience
• Relocation support up to £5,000
• Pension scheme (LGPS)
• Comprehensive training and development
• Generous annual leave: 31 days plus bank holidays, with an option to purchase 10 additional days
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Programme, professional membership fee coverage, and various perks

About Herefordshire

Located in the heart of the Marches on the Welsh border, Herefordshire is a historic, rural county renowned for its unspoilt countryside, heritage, and vibrant market towns. We aim to be an exemplar of 21st-century rural living, fostering a sustainable, connected, and healthy community.

The Council has recently transformed into a modern, collaborative workplace that values creativity and staff engagement. We support flexible and remote working options, promoting a healthy work-life balance. We welcome applications from nationwide candidates.