Senior Legal Officer

3 weeks ago

Doncaster South Yorkshire, United Kingdom Reed Full time €45 - €50

Senior Legal Officer – Planning

  • Organisation: Doncaster
  • Hours: Flexible
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Pay Rate: Negotiable (Guideline: £45 - £50 per hour Umbrella/Inside IR35)

Doncaster Council are now looking to appoint a Senior Legal Officer to focus on Planning s106 agreements, enforcement, and general advice. Under the direction of the Head of Litigation and Regulatory Services, you will manage and provide legal support for the Council’s various agendas, focusing on Town and Country Planning and Highway related issues.

Day to Day of the role:
  • Deliver legal advice and support in legal specialisms including Town and Country Planning, Highway Law, and Compulsory Purchase.
  • Provide high-quality and timely legal advice to the Council, its officers, and elected members in both written and oral forms.
  • Conduct proceedings, draft documentation such as section 106 agreements, enforcement notices, and planning injunctions, and prepare reports and court proceedings.
  • Engage in advocacy before Courts, Tribunals, Inquiries, or internal Boards/Panels.
  • Deputise for the Head of Service, Principal Legal Officers, and other Senior Legal Officers as needed.
  • Prepare and present training programmes to ensure relevant legal knowledge is up-to-date across the Council.
  • Conduct all work in accordance with internal policies and procedures, including the effective use of case management and time recording systems.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Qualified as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court, Barrister, or a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives with a current practising certificate.
  • Knowledge and experience in Planning Law.
  • Proven experience in advocacy.
  • High standard of drafting, negotiating, presentation, communication, and personal organisation skills.
  • Clear understanding of Value for Money in the delivery of services.
  • Knowledge of the legislative framework within Local Government and issues relevant to service responsibilities.
  • Demonstrated success in working with partners, both external and internal, to achieve common goals.
To apply for the Legal Officer please submit your CV below and a consultant will be in touch to discuss the next steps. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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