Planning Lawyer — Public Sector, Hybrid Work

Leicester City Council; Leicester Forest East; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounts on city buses and trains

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Leicester City Council is looking for a Qualified Lawyer with planning law experience to advise on planning matters and support governance. The role reports to the Principal Lawyer and collaborates with multiple teams and external partners.

The position offers flexible hybrid working within a friendly legal team. The successful candidate will provide specialist planning law advice, attend Planning Committees, and may deputise for the Principal Lawyer while supporting junior members and handling

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Planning Law and practice.
• Ability to work as part of a team and manage external relationships.
• Good communication, pragmatic and proactive client-focused service.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality legal services on planning law.
• Advise and support planning functions and governance.
• Attend Planning Committees and work with the Planning Department.
• Deputise for Principal Lawyer and mentor junior colleagues.

Skills

Planning Law knowledge

Legal advisory

Committee work

Education

Qualified Lawyer

Job description

Leicester City Council is looking for a Qualified Lawyer with planning law experience to advise on planning matters and support governance. The role reports to the Principal Lawyer and collaborates with multiple teams and external partners.

The position offers flexible hybrid working within a friendly legal team. The successful candidate will provide specialist planning law advice, attend Planning Committees, and may deputise for the Principal Lawyer while supporting junior members and handling