Senior Planning & Environment Solicitor — Flexible Working

North Yorkshire Council; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Flexible working

Excellent pension scheme

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a Senior Planning and Environment Solicitor to lead the Planning, Highways and Environmental practice within the Legal Service. You will work within a supportive team and contribute to high‑profile cases and policy development.

You will manage a small team, advise Directors, Officers and Councillors on a broad range of planning and environmental matters, attend committees, and develop strategic solutions while ensuring high standards of professional service.

Qualifications

• Must hold qualification as Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX.
• Experience in planning, highways or environmental law preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Planning, Highways and Environmental practice within the Legal Service.
• Advise Officers and Councillors on a wide range of planning and environmental issues.
• Represent the Council on boards, committees and at inquiries.

Skills

Planning Law

Environmental Law

Team Leadership

Education

Qualified Solicitor/Barrister/CILEX

Job description

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a Senior Planning and Environment Solicitor to lead the Planning, Highways and Environmental practice within the Legal Service. You will work within a supportive team and contribute to high‑profile cases and policy development.

You will manage a small team, advise Directors, Officers and Councillors on a broad range of planning and environmental matters, attend committees, and develop strategic solutions while ensuring high standards of professional service.