Planning & Highways Lawyer

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority recruitment firm is seeking a Planning & Highways Lawyer for a locum role in Stevenage. The successful candidate will manage a diverse range of planning cases, advise Council officers, and draft legal documents. The position allows for predominantly remote working, with a commitment of up to 37 hours per week. A Qualified Solicitor with experience in local authority environments is essential for this position, offering a competitive rate of £50 - £60 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Solicitor with recent experience.
• Experience in a local authority setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of planning matters including agreements.
• Advise Council Officers on legal issues and governance.
• Independently manage key planning cases and drafting agreements.

Skills

Experience within local authority

Understanding of planning laws

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Job Description

We are currently partnering a Local Authority in the South-West, in their recruitment for a Planning & Highways Lawyer on a locum basis for an initial 3-month contract.

The team are ideally looking for someone to undertake full-time hours (37), and the rate is between £50 - £60 per hour (negotiable subject to PQE).

The role is based predominantly from home, with cover of one planning committee per month in the South West.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Managing a varied caseload of planning matters, including s106 and s278 agreements
• Attending meetings and advising Council Officers and Members in regards to legal issues, governance and procedure
• Independently managing and progressing key planning cases, including S.106s and deeds of variations
• Drafting and advising s.106 agreements, CIL, certificates of lawful use and advising on other planning related matters

Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor
• Experience working within a local authority

Working hours:

• Up to 37-hours per week

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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