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Planning Lawyer
- Location London
- Job type Locum
- Salary Market related
- Discipline Local Government & Public Sector Legal
- Reference J83390
Planning Lawyer – London Based Local Authority – Up to £60 Umbrella per hour – Hybrid Working
Position: Planning Lawyer
Organisation: London Based Local Authority
Duration: 3+ months initial contract
Working Pattern: Full time, 36 hours per week
Working Arrangement: Hybrid working – 1 day per week office attendance, with Committee every other month
Hourly Rate: Up to £60 Umbrella per hour
Venn Group’s legal team is assisting a London Based Local Authority with their recruitment for a Locum Planning Lawyer to join their team.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEx with a proven track record in handling a diverse range of planning law matters, ideally within a public sector setting. This is a fantastic opportunity for a knowledgeable and motivated lawyer seeking to make a meaningful contribution to a dynamic team.
Duties include:
- Advising on all aspects of planning law, including planning applications, appeals, and enforcement.
- Drafting, negotiating, and completing legal agreements such as Section 106 Agreements and other related planning obligations.
- Representing the council at planning committees, which take place every other month.
- Managing a caseload of planning law matters and providing pragmatic legal advice to officers and elected members.
- Providing guidance and support to colleagues and stakeholders on complex legal issues.
Requirements:
- Local Government experience is desirable but not essential, provided the candidate demonstrates significant expertise in planning law.
- Experience in handling committee attendance and advising elected members will be highly advantageous.
To apply for this role, please contact John Smith or Manasvi Kale or submit your application online. For further information, please reach out via phone or email.
Email: southeastlegal@venngroup.com
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.
Planning Lawyer – London Based Local Authority – Up to £60 Umbrella per hour – Hybrid Working