Planning lawyer

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Job description

Job Description

Planning Lawyer

London Borough Council

Permanent Contract

Hybrid Working Arrangement

£53,607 - £56,646 per annum

A well-known Local Authority in London are working alongside Sellick Partnership to find a Planning Lawyer to join their reputable legal team on a permanent basis.

This role will be a great opportunity for someone looking to expand their skillset in a busy yet supportive environment.

The successful Planning Lawyer will be required to:

• Provide high level specialist and proactive legal advice to the Council on legal matters relating to Planning, Regeneration, Environment, Property, Highways and Procurement
• Actively support the management of the department
• Advise on and draft documentation in connection with Planning and other Regeneration related matters
• Draft agreements relating to the exercise of the Council’s Planning and Highway functions
• Deal with high level, complex individual casework and conduct litigation arising in the area of responsibility, without the need for counsel
• Consider and give advice on committee and other similar reports and to attend committees
• Contribute towards the running of Legal Services as required and provide general supervision guidance and training to lawyers within the team

The successful Planning Lawyer will enjoy the following benefits:

• Local Government pension scheme
• Bike loan and season tickets
• Discounts in local cafes, shops and restaurants
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Access to a health insurance scheme
• Supportive staff networks
• Flexible working arrangements

The ideal Planning Solicitor will have a well-developed understanding of Planning law, ideally from a local authority background but candidates from private practice who are looking to transfer their skills are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate must be a Solicitor, Barrister or FILEX qualified.

Interested in applying for the Planning Solicitor role?

This is brilliant opportunity for an experienced Planning Lawyer to join an esteemed London Council on a permanent basis.

Please apply as soon as possible to be considered for this position or contact either Zofia Slater or Elleyn Hewitt in our Manchester office for an informal discussion about the role.