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Locum Planning Lawyer – London – up to £55 per hour – Flexible Working
Position: Locum Planning Lawyer
Organisation: London based Local Authority
Duration: 3 months with the option for an extension
Working Pattern: Full time
Working Arrangement: Ad-hoc office attendance which is negotiable
Hourly Rate: Up to £55 per hour (dependent upon experience)
Venn Group’s specialist public sector legal team are recruiting for Local Authority based in London, who are in search of a skilled Planning Lawyer to assist the team owing to an influx of additional work
The role of Locum Planning Lawyer is offered for an initial 3 month period with the potential being there for extension based upon performance and requirement. This will allow a planning lawyer to join the team and play a pivotal role in the expansion of the team
The ideal candidate for this role will be a qualified Barrister, Solicitor or Legal Executive (CILEx) with a proven track record of successfully managing Planning Law cases within Local Government
Duties shall include:
- Planning and Regeneration Law: Provide expert legal advice and support on matters related to planning and regeneration law
- Compulsory Purchase Orders (CPO): Handle legal issues pertaining to CPOs and ensure compliance with relevant regulations
- Highways Law: Advise on legal matters related to highways, including maintenance, development, and disputes
- Judicial Review: Conduct and manage judicial reviews, representing the council's interests in court
- Appeals: Handle planning appeals, preparing and presenting cases effectively
- Planning Committee Advice: Advise the planning committee on legal matters, ensuring informed and legally sound decision-making
Please apply for this role online or contact Aidan Sallis via phone or email for further information.
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Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.
Locum Planning Lawyer – London – up to £55 per hour – Flexible Working
