Planning Solicitor

Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council; Hinckley; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council as a Planning Solicitor and manage a varied caseload of complex planning matters. This permanent role offers flexible remote working options along with a salary between £41,511 - £45,718 per annum. Ideal candidates will possess expertise in planning law and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Generous pension scheme

Annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of planning law required.
• Experience in public sector work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide general planning advice and enforcement.
• Manage complex section 106 agreements and judicial reviews.
• Attend planning committee meetings once a month.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Planning law expertise

Education

Law Degree and relevant qualifications

Job description

Planning Solicitor Grade 8, £41,511 up to £45,718 per annum pro rata (Pay award pending) 37 hours per week, permanent contract

The Council Is Seeking To Recruit a Planning Solicitor Managing a Varied Caseload Of Complex Planning Matters Including But Not Limited To

• General planning advice
• Planning enforcement
• Complex section 106 agreements
• Judicial review
• Right of way agreements
  
  

This role requires the expertise of a seasoned planning lawyer who ideally has previous experience of dealing with public sector work.

The successful applicant will demonstrate a deep understanding of planning law and have excellent communication skills and stakeholder management.

We operate a 'hybrid working’ model with a mix of office based, home and remote working available when suitable. The role can be conducted largely remotely however you will be required to attend planning committee (held in the evening) one day per month.

Closing date: 4 July 2025

Interview date: 23 July 2025

Hinckley & Bosworth - A PLACE OF OPPORTUNITY

Situated at the very heart of England on the border of the East and West Midlands, Hinckley is well connected by major transport links to the cities of Leicester, Coventry and Birmingham and in an ideal location for commuting being close to major transport links of the M1, M6, M69, M42 and the A5.

We welcome applications from all the community.Benefits include flexible working options, generous pension scheme and annual leave plus bank holidays.Reasonable workplace adjustments are considered for all roles.