Principal Solicitor
1 week ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Solicitor to join our Planning and Highways team. As a key advisor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our region, providing expert advice on planning, highways, and environmental law.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide complex and routine planning and highways advice to officers and elected members.
- Manage and supervise junior colleagues, ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal services.
- Lead on key initiatives, driving forward projects that demand innovative legal solutions.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including elected members and senior officers, to achieve strategic objectives.
What We Offer:
- A competitive salary of up to £56,407 (including a £3,000 market supplement).
- Generous leave entitlement, including 27.5 days of annual leave, increasing to 32.5 after 5 years, plus bank holidays.
- A comprehensive employee healthcare program and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Ongoing personal development opportunities, including a thorough induction and training programs.
- Hybrid working arrangements, with significant opportunities to work from home while staying connected to your team and the community.
Your Background:
We are looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives, with experience in planning law. You will have a strong track record of managing complex legal matters and supervising junior colleagues.
Why Kirklees?
Kirklees is a thriving community in the heart of West Yorkshire, with a strong sense of social responsibility and a commitment to innovation and collaboration. As a key player in the region's future, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference and shape the landscape of our community.
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