Locum Planning and Highways Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council is seeking a part-time Locum Planning and Highways Lawyer to provide expert legal advice on planning and highways matters. This role allows for fully remote working, offering up to £55 per hour. The candidate will draft legal agreements and collaborate with council officers on various projects. Ideal for legal professionals looking to contribute impactfully within the public sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing legal advice in the public sector.
• Proficient in drafting and negotiating legal agreements.
• Ability to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on planning and highways matters.
• Draft, negotiate, and advise on legal agreements.
• Collaborate with council officers to support relevant projects.

Skills

Legal advice on planning and highways matters

Drafting legal agreements

Collaboration with council officers

Job description

Locum Planning and Highways Lawyer, west midlands

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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 [e-mail] or call 07441 916438.

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

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Created on 22/08/2025 by JR United Kingdom