Locum Planning and Highways Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Telford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected Council is seeking a part-time Locum Planning and Highways Lawyer to provide legal expertise on significant projects. This role offers flexible remote work, 20-25 hours per week, and a competitive rate of up to £55 per hour. Candidates should have experience in planning law and strong drafting skills. Contact Louise Francis for further information.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and highways law.
• Proven ability to advise on large-scale development projects.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on planning and highways matters.
• Draft and negotiate legal agreements, including s.106 and s.278 agreements.
• Support planning and highways projects in collaboration with council officers.

Skills

Expert legal advice

Drafting legal agreements

Negotiating skills

Collaboration 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.