Senior Planning Solicitor - Hybrid, Complex Planning & Highways

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 61,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A London Borough Council is seeking a Senior Planning Solicitor to join their friendly team on a permanent basis. The role involves handling complex planning-related legal work and supervising other staff. Ideal candidates will have extensive knowledge in planning, highways, and environmental law, plus experience attending committees. Attractive benefits include a local government pension scheme, discounted gym membership, and hybrid work arrangements. Interested applicants should contact Rayhaneh Tehrani or Elleyn Hewitt for a discussion about the role.

Benefits

Local Government pension scheme

Bike loan and season tickets

Significant discounts in local cafes, shops and restaurants

Discounted Gym membership

Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave

Access to health insurance scheme

Supportive staff networks

Hybrid working arrangement

Qualifications

• Must have experience handling complex planning and highways matters.
• Experience attending committees is essential.
• Previous management or supervision experience of team members.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a varied and complex caseload.
• Provide legal advice efficiently and manage team.
• Attend committee meetings as directed.
• Prepare complex legal documents and reports.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of planning and administrative law

Experience in highways and transport law

Ability to manage caseload efficiently

Experience supervising team members

Effective communication and legal advice skills

Education

Up to date practising certificate - Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive

Job description

A London Borough Council is seeking a Senior Planning Solicitor to join their friendly team on a permanent basis. The role involves handling complex planning-related legal work and supervising other staff. Ideal candidates will have extensive knowledge in planning, highways, and environmental law, plus experience attending committees. Attractive benefits include a local government pension scheme, discounted gym membership, and hybrid work arrangements. Interested applicants should contact Rayhaneh Tehrani or Elleyn Hewitt for a discussion about the role.