Locum Planning Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Locum Planning Lawyer – South of England – Initial 3 Month Contract – Fully Remote – Up to £60 per hour Umbrella

Venn Group’s specialist legal team is currently recruiting for a skilled Locum Planning Lawyer to join a well-regarded Local Authority based in the South of England. The role is for an initial 3-month contract with the likelihood of extension. This is a fully remote position, allowing complete flexibility to work from home.

Role Overview:

As a Locum Planning Lawyer, you will be responsible for managing a diverse planning law caseload. Your duties will include:

• Drafting and negotiating Section 106 agreements.
• Providing legal advice on planning applications and planning appeals.
• Offering general planning law advice to the council and stakeholders.
• Advising on highways matters, including drafting agreements and offering legal guidance on highways-related issues.
• Collaborating with a supportive team to deliver high-quality legal services.

Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive with significant experience in planning law.
• Proven experience handling Section 106 agreements, planning applications, appeals, and highways matters.
• Ability to work effectively in a fully remote environment.
• Strong communication and advisory skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive Local Authority team, working on interesting planning law matters from the comfort of your home. The rate on offer for this position is up to £60 per hour Umbrella, with potential flexibility for the right candidate.

Contact Information:

If you are interested in applying for this position, or would like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Ebby Vallance or Felicity Woodbridge on 07441 916438 or email your CV to [e-mail].

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