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Job Title: Planning Solicitor (Built & Natural Environment)
Location: Walsall Council
Woking Hours: 37 hours per week
Pay Rate: Negotiable
Work Mode: Predominantly remote with some on-site requirement
Assignment Duration: 3 months temporary with potential extension
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Solicitor to join the Legal Services team, specialising in planning, environmental, and highways law. You will play a key role in providing clear, high-quality legal advice to internal stakeholders, including Members, officers, and client departments, while managing a varied caseload that supports the Council's objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a wide-ranging caseload, including planning, environmental, highways, and housing law matters.
- Advise at Planning Committees and provide clear, concise legal advice in written and verbal form.
- Support and collaborate with the Principal Solicitor and colleagues to ensure a professional and comprehensive legal service.
- Proactively resolve legal issues and provide guidance on complex matters.
- Represent the Council in negotiations, hearings, inquiries, and committees.
- Deliver work within agreed timescales, ensuring adherence to quality standards and relevant legislation.
About You:
You will be a qualified Solicitor with substantial experience in planning law and a good working knowledge of local government and environmental law. You will have excellent analytical, drafting, and negotiating skills and the ability to manage your own workload effectively. A commitment to professional development, adaptability to modern working practices, and a strong client focus are essential.
Essential Requirements:
- Qualified Solicitor with evidence of ongoing CPD.
- Proven experience in planning and environmental law.
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to deliver clear, concise legal advice to non-specialists.
- Knowledge of local government frameworks and issues.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
If you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply!
