Planning and Highways Lawyer

ZipRecruiter; Oxford; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Oxfordshire is seeking an experienced Planning and Highways Lawyer to join their legal team on an interim basis. This role focuses on managing a caseload related to planning law and drafting planning agreements. Candidates should be qualified and have experience within a Local Authority, particularly with s106 and highway agreements. Remote or hybrid working options are available.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Flexible hours

Remote/hybrid working

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Planning Lawyer, ideally within a Local Authority setting.
• Recent experience in handling s106 agreements and/or highway agreements.

Responsibilities

• Handle a planning and highways law caseload from start to completion.
• Draft planning law agreements.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Negotiating Planning Agreements

Planning law expertise

Education

Qualified Solicitor / Barrister / Legal Executive

Job description

Job Description

Service Care Solutions are currently supporting a dynamic Local Authority, based in Oxfordshire, which is seeking an experienced Planning and Highways Lawyer to join their legal team on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact on the local community.

Role: Planning and Highways Lawyer
Location: Local Authority – Oxfordshire - Remote considered
Umbrella Rate: £50 – £60 per hour
PAYE Inc. Rate: £44.10 - £52.79 per hour
Contract Length: 3 months ongoing

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle a planning and highways law caseload from start to completion.
• There will be a predominant focus on s106 agreements and highway agreements.
• Draft planning law agreements.

Criteria For The Role:

• Qualified Solicitor / Barrister / Legal Executive with a current practising certificate and proven experience working as a Planning Lawyer, ideally within a Local Authority setting.
• Strong drafting skills with a track record of negotiating and preparing Planning Agreements.
• Recent and relevant experience in handling s106 agreements and/or highway agreements.

Benefits:

• Weekly pay – the rate offered will depend on interview performance and experience.
• Remote/hybrid working
• Flexible hours

If this Planning and Highways Lawyer role sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes.