Principal Planning Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Shefford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Planning and Highways Solicitor to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work on significant property development projects while applying your expertise in local government legal frameworks. You will be responsible for managing high-volume transactions, advising on governance matters, and leading a team of professionals. This position is ideal for a motivated individual with a solid background in planning and highways law, looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your contributions and fosters professional growth.

Qualifications

• Solicitor with experience in local government law and planning.
• Proven track record in managing legal teams and transactions.

Responsibilities

• Advise on planning and highways law for local government.
• Manage high-volume legal transactions efficiently.

Skills

Understanding of local government legal framework

Ability to apply and interpret law

Experience in property development projects

Post-qualification experience

Knowledge of planning and highways law

Experience in legal briefings or training

Managing high-volume transactions

Advising on governance matters

Team leadership and management

Client relationship development

Legal research and case law summarization

Knowledge of court and appeal procedures

Knowledge of contract and commercial law

Advocacy skills

Education

Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales

Member of the Bar with completed pupillage

Qualified Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives

Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Job Description: Principal Planning and Highways Solicitor

Allen Lane is supporting a Local Authority in their recruitment for a Principal Planning and Highways Solicitor.

Key Responsibilities and Requirements:

1. Demonstrated understanding of the local government legal framework, including relevant practice and policy issues related to planning and highways law.
2. Ability to apply and interpret law pertaining to the service area.
3. Experience advising on large-scale property development projects is desirable.
4. At least two years post-qualification experience, preferably in a Local Authority setting.
5. Knowledge of the legal framework and operation of Local Government.
6. Experience in planning and delivering legal briefings or training courses.
7. Proven ability to manage high-volume planning and highways transactions efficiently and accurately.
8. Ability to advise on governance and constitutional matters.
9. Experience in leading, managing, or supervising a team of professionals.
10. Skill in developing client relationships and identifying opportunities for work expansion.
11. Competence in conducting legal research, interpreting legislation, and summarizing case law.
12. Track record of managing a team’s workload and attracting new clients or work areas.
13. Thorough knowledge of court and appeal procedures.
14. Knowledge of other relevant legal areas such as contract, commercial law, and litigation.
15. Advocacy skills and knowledge of Civil and Criminal Procedure.

Qualifications:

Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales, member of the Bar with completed pupillage, or qualified Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives or Chartered Legal Executive.