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Senior Planning Lawyer - London Borough Local Authority
Rate: 50-60 per hour DOE
Contract: 3 months with the view to extend.
About the Role
A London based council is seeking an experienced Senior Planning Lawyer to provide high-quality legal services to support the Planning, Highways, and Specialist Planning teams. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work on complex and high-profile legal matters within a dynamic local government environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload involving planning, highways, and environmental law.
- Represent the Council in Civil and Criminal Courts, Tribunals, and Planning Inquiries.
- Draft legal agreements, including section 106 agreements.
- Provide legal advice and guidance to Planning and Corporate teams.
- Prepare legal comments for reports and advise on legislative changes.
- Deliver training and briefings to council members and client departments.
- Attend and advise at committees, working parties, and officer group meetings.
Candidate Requirements
- Qualified as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive in England and Wales.
- Experience in planning, highways, and/or environmental law.
- Strong advocacy, negotiation, and legal drafting skills.
- Ability to manage a complex and varied caseload.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Knowledge of Local Government law and Civil & Criminal Court procedures.
To apply, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
