Lead Planning Lawyer

Service Care Legal; West Bridgford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A forward-thinking local authority in Nottinghamshire is looking for a Lead Planning Lawyer to advise on planning law, including major developments and legal agreements. The ideal candidate is a qualified Solicitor or Barrister with significant experience in planning law, particularly in local government. This role offers hybrid working, flexible hours, and competitive pay, making it a great opportunity for legal professionals seeking to mentor junior team members.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Weekly pay

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience in local government planning law is highly desirable.
• Ability to handle complex, high-value planning matters.
• Mentoring junior staff and supporting their professional development.

Responsibilities

• Advise on all aspects of planning law related to major minerals and waste developments.
• Provide legal input on planning applications, appeals, and inquiries.
• Advise on highway-related legal matters.

Skills

Significant post-qualification experience in planning law

Strong technical knowledge

Collaborative approach

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Job description

Overview

Service Care Solutions is delighted to be supporting a forward-thinking local authority, based in Nottinghamshire, which needs an experienced Planning Solicitor or Barrister to take on the role of Lead Planning Lawyer within their legal services team.

Role: Lead Planning Lawyer
Location: Nottinghamshire - Hybrid (occasional office attendance)
Umbrella Rate: £50 - £60ph
PAYE Inc. Rate: £44.10 - £52.79ph
Contract Length: 3 months ongoing

The Role

As the Council's Lead Planning Lawyer, you will:

• Advise on all aspects of planning law, with a focus on major minerals and waste developments and the complex legal agreements that accompany them.
• Provide expert legal input on planning applications, appeals, enforcement, and inquiries.
• Advise on highway-related legal matters as required.
• Play a key role in mentoring junior staff, including supporting the professional development of a graduate solicitor apprentice.

About You

We're looking for a qualified Solicitor or Barrister with:

• Significant post-qualification experience in planning law (local government experience highly desirable).
• Strong technical knowledge and the ability to handle complex, high-value matters.
• A collaborative approach and an enthusiasm for developing junior team members.

Benefits

Benefits included with the role:

• Hybrid working.
• Flexible hours.
• Weekly pay - the rate offered will depend on experience and interview.

If this Lead Planning Lawyer position sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on (phone number removed), or email (url removed).

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.