Locum Planning Lawyer

TN United Kingdom; London; Remote; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Locum Planning Lawyer to join their legal team. This role offers the flexibility of remote working while providing specialist planning law advice. You will handle a diverse caseload, including Section 106 agreements and planning applications, while collaborating with a supportive team. With a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity for part-time work, this position is perfect for qualified solicitors, barristers, or legal executives passionate about making a difference in the public sector. Join us and contribute to impactful planning decisions!

Qualifications

• Strong experience in planning law with a focus on public sector.
• Expertise in handling Section 106 agreements and planning applications.

Responsibilities

• Handle diverse caseload including planning applications and appeals.
• Provide legal advice to internal departments and attend committee meetings.

Skills

Planning Law

Section 106 Agreements

Planning Applications

Legal Advice

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Barrister

Legal Executive

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Locum Planning Lawyer – East Midlands Local Authority

• Hourly Rate : Up to £60 per hour Umbrella
• Working Pattern : Full-time (Part-time applicants considered, minimum 3 days per week)
• Start Date : As soon as possible (up to 4 weeks' notice accepted)
• Contract Length : Ongoing, initial period of 3 months
• Location : Remote working with once monthly committee attendance

An East Midlands Local Authority is seeking an experienced Locum Planning Lawyer to join their legal team. This is an excellent opportunity to provide specialist planning law advice on a remote basis, with flexible working arrangements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handling a diverse caseload, including Section 106 agreements, planning applications , and appeals
• Providing general planning law advice to internal departments and stakeholders
• Attending monthly planning committee meetings
• Assisting with legal queries and complex planning issues in collaboration with the planning team

About You:

• A qualified solicitor, barrister, or legal executive with strong experience in planning law
• Expertise in Section 106 agreements , planning applications, and appeals
• Proven ability to provide practical legal advice within a public sector framework
• Available to work full-time or part-time (minimum 3 days per week)
• Capable of attending monthly committee meetings

This is a great opportunity to work with a supportive team, offering remote working and a competitive pay rate.