Senior Planning and Litigation Lawyer

Service Care Legal; Plymouth; Remote; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in Devon is seeking a Senior Lawyer to join their Planning and Litigation team. The role, which can be fully remote, involves advising on highways law, handling litigation cases, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should be qualified legal professionals with substantial experience in local government law. This position offers flexibility and a competitive pay rate based on experience.

Benefits

Flexible working

Weekly pay

Community impact

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in highways and local government law.
• Strong background in civil and/or criminal litigation.
• Previous local government experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise on highways and public right of way matters.
• Handle mixed caseload in civil and criminal litigation.
• Support and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Experience in highways law

Litigation skills

Local government experience

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Role Overview

Service Care Solutions is working with a forward-thinking local authority, based in Devon, who are seeking a Senior Lawyer to join their Planning and Litigation team. You will play a key part in delivering high-quality legal services to the council and a National Park Authority.

Job Details

• Location: Fully Remote
• Contract: 3 months ongoing
• Umbrella Rate: £50-£55ph
• PAYE Inc. Rate: £44.10 - £48.44ph

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad spectrum of highways and public right of way matters, including enforcement and statutory processes.
• Handle a mixed caseload covering both civil and criminal litigation.
• Support and mentor junior members of the team.

About You

• A qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with substantial experience in highways and local government law.
• Strong background in litigation (civil and/or criminal).
• Previous local government experience is essential.

Benefits

• The role can be worked entirely remotely, offering real flexibility.
• Weekly pay – the rate offered will depend on experience and interview performance.
• Be part of a team that makes a tangible difference to the community and environment across Devon and the National Park.

Apply

If this Senior Lawyer vacancy sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on (phone number removed), or email (url removed). We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.