Locum Planning and Highways Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Chester; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading agency seeks a Planning and Highways Lawyer for a part-time remote position with a council. You will provide legal expertise on planning legislations, draft agreements, and support significant public sector projects. This interim role offers a competitive hourly rate and the potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Proficient experience in planning and highways law.
• Ability to draft and negotiate legal agreements.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with council officers.

Responsibilities

• Providing expert legal advice on planning and highways matters.
• Drafting and negotiating legal agreements.
• Collaborating with council officers for compliance.

Skills

Legal Advice

Negotiation

Compliance

Job description

Locum Planning and Highways Lawyer – Part Time – Remote Working – Up to £55 per hour Umbrella

Venn Group is seeking a proficient Planning and Highways Lawyer to join a respected Council on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional to contribute their expertise to significant projects in the public sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing expert legal advice on planning, large-scale development, and highways matters.
• Drafting, negotiating, and advising on legal agreements, including s.106 and s.278 agreements.
• Collaborating with council officers to support planning and highways projects, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies.

Start Date: January 2024

Duration: Initial 3-month contract, with a strong potential for extension.

Working Arrangements: Part Time, 20-25 hours a week. Fully remote working available.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team in a dynamic and high-profile role within the public sector.

If you are interested in applying or would like further details, please contact Louise Francis at [emailprotected] or call 07441 916438.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.