Planning and Highways Lawyer

4 weeks ago


Cannock, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Staffordshire County Council Full time
Job Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Planning and Highways Lawyer to join our team at Staffordshire County Council. As a key member of our in-house corporate legal team, you will play a crucial role in providing expert legal advice on planning and highways matters.

Main Responsibilities
  • Provide complex legal advice on planning and highways transactions, including agreements under the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the Highways Act 1980.
  • Advise on planning and highways enforcement matters.
  • Contribute to strategic legal advice and risk, including drafting reports and attending meetings as required.
  • Supervise junior staff and deliver training where necessary.
  • Ensure adherence to the Legal Services Unit's LEXCEL quality standards.
  • Contribute to the marketing and selling of services within Staffordshire Legal Services.
Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a qualified Chartered Legal Executive, Solicitor, or Barrister with:

  • Sound planning and highways knowledge.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload.
  • Local authority knowledge preferred but not essential.
  • Strong I.T skills.

We offer a range of benefits, including generous holiday entitlement, flexible working arrangements, and a local government pension scheme. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.



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