Planning Lawyer

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 61,992 - 75,768; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment firm seeks an experienced Planning Lawyer for a locum position in Greater London. This hybrid role involves managing a complex caseload of planning and highways work, with required committee attendance. Candidates must demonstrate strong planning law expertise and can work either full-time or part-time. This position allows for flexible working, making it suitable for those eager to join a dynamic legal team. The contract is initially for 3 months, providing a chance for impactful contributions in high-value projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a caseload of planning and highways work.
• Ability to work full-time with flexibility for part-time considered.
• Local authority experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex caseload of planning and highways work.
• Attend meetings and committees as required.
• Collaborate with the busy legal team.

Skills

Planning law expertise

Project management

Committee attendance

Job description

Locum Planning Lawyer

London Borough Council

Hybrid Working Arrangement

£45-55 per hour umbrella (dependant on experience)

Our London Borough client is seeking an experienced Planning Lawyer to join their team on a locum basis for a 3-month rolling contract.

The successful Planning Lawyer will be required to hold a complex caseload of planning and highways work which will include interesting high-value project work, alongside committee attendance.

Our client is seeking a Senior Planning Lawyer who will be able to hit the ground running in their busy team, local authority experience is not required but is highly advantageous.

This role requires Planning Lawyers who can work full-time, but candidates seeking part-time hours will be considered. Our client is ideally seeking a candidate who can attend the office on a weekly basis but this is negotiable, however attendance at committees is necessary and will be on a monthly basis.

Should you require further information or wish to discuss your suitability before applying please contact Elleyn Hewitt in our Manchester office for a confidential discussion.

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