Locum Planning and Highways Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Reading; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected Council is seeking a part-time Locum Planning and Highways Lawyer to provide legal advice on planning and highways matters. The role allows for remote working, requiring 20-25 hours per week. Ideal candidates should have experience in drafting legal agreements and collaborating with public sector teams. This initial 3-month contract presents an opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects, starting January 2024.

Qualifications

• Proficient Planning and Highways Lawyer with experience in public sector projects.
• Ability to draft and negotiate legal agreements.
• Understanding of relevant legislation and policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on planning and highways matters.
• Draft and negotiate legal agreements.
• Collaborate with council officers on projects.

Skills

Legal advice on planning matters

Drafting legal agreements

Collaborating with council officers

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22.08.2025

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06.10.2025

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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.