Part Time Planning Lawyer

Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector; West Midlands Combined Authority; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Part Time Planning Lawyer for a remote role based in the West Midlands. Ideal candidates will have experience in planning law, specifically in drafting agreements and providing planning advice. This position is for an initial 3-6 month contract and offers competitive pay. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply promptly.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in public sector legal roles is preferred.
• Experience in drafting Section 106 agreements is essential.
• Ability to provide general planning advice.

Responsibilities

• Provide general planning advice, including support for an emerging Local Plan.
• Draft and negotiate Section 106 agreements.
• Advise on highways agreements.

Skills

Planning law experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Job description

Part Time Planning Lawyer - Local Authority (Remote, West Midlands)
Contract: 3-6 months | £55-60 umbrella | Fully Remote

Sellick Partnership is currently recruiting for a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Planning Lawyer to join a forward-thinking local authority on a remote basis. This interim position is based within the West Midlands and is initially for a 3-6 month period.

The successful candidate will be joining a supportive and well-established legal team, handling a diverse caseload of planning matters, including:

• Providing general planning advice, including support with an emerging Local Plan
• Drafting and negotiating Section 106 agreements
• Advising on highways agreements

Candidate Profile:
The ideal applicant will have prior experience working within the public sector. However, candidates from private practice with relevant planning law experience are also encouraged to apply.

We recommend interested candidates apply as soon as possible to be considered for shortlisting. If you would like further information or to discuss your suitability before applying, please contact Natalie Delaney in our Manchester office for a confidential conversation.

Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.