Planning Lawyer

Locum Planning Lawyer

South East

£50 - 60 per hour

Hybrid work

About the Planning Lawyer role

A highly reputable Local Authority in the home counties is seeking a Planning Lawyer to join their friendly team on an immediate short-term basis with the possibility for extension.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Planning Lawyer to join a supportive team on a part-time or full-time basis. Our client is ideally seeking a planning lawyer able to undertake this role on a hybrid basis, however candidates seeking a fully remote pattern will be considered.

Key responsibilities of the Planning Lawyer role

Key duties of the Planning Lawyer will include:

• Manage your own caseload of planning matters which may involve complex cases
• Dealing with Section 106 agreements, certificates of lawfulness, advising on enforcement matters and reviewing committee reports
• Attending and advising at planning committee meetings (this is preferred but not essential)

About You

The organisation is looking to hire a Planning Lawyer who demonstrates:

• The ability to work autonomously on your own matters
• Strong planning experience
• Local authority experience is preferable however our client is happy to consider private practice and public sector experience

How to apply

We encourage interested applicants to apply immediately to be considered for short listing. Alternatively, should you require further information or wish to discuss your suitability before applying please contact Albert Pearson in our Manchester office for a confidential discussion.

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