Locum Planning & Highways Lawyer

Venn Group - Birmingham; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking an experienced Locum Planning and Highways Lawyer for a full-time position, paying between £55–£60 per hour. This role involves drafting and advising on planning and highways agreements, with the ideal candidate being a qualified legal professional with public sector experience. Weekly office attendance is preferred but not essential. This role offers a great opportunity to work in a collaborative and friendly environment. Interested candidates should contact Philippa Stoate or Phoebe Maries at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Recent local government or public sector experience required.
• Ability to attend monthly Planning Committees in the Midlands.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate Section 106 agreements.
• Advise on Highways Agreements.
• Provide legal advice on planning and highways matters.
• Support internal departments with complex queries.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of planning and highways law

Excellent drafting skills

Advisory and communication skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Locum Planning and Highways Lawyer – Full Time – £55–£60 per hour umbrella – Hybrid Working – Initial 6 months – Midlands

Venn Group’s specialist Legal team are currently recruiting for a Locum Planning and Highways Lawyer to join a Local Authority on an initial 6-month assignment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Planning and Highways Lawyer to join a reputable and friendly Local Authority.

The Role:
Position: Locum Planning and Highways Lawyer
Duration: Initial 6 months with the possibility for extension
Rate: £55–£60 per hour umbrella
Working Pattern: Full Time

Onsite Requirement: Weekly office attendance on a Wednesday preferred, but not essential, and monthly planning committee attendance in the Midlands

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting, negotiating, and advising on Section 106 agreements
• Advising on Highways Agreements, including Section 38 and Section 278 agreements
• Providing legal advice and guidance on planning, highways, and related matters
• Supporting internal departments and stakeholders with complex planning and highways queries

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with recent local government or public sector experience
• Strong working knowledge of planning and highways law, including S106, S38, and S278 agreements
• Ability to attend monthly Planning Committees in the Midlands
• Excellent drafting, advisory, and communication skills

For further information, or to apply for this role, please contact Philippa Stoate or Phoebe Maries on 07441 916438 or email [e-mail]

Job Reference: J93052

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