Senior Planning Lawyer
2 days ago
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced Senior Lawyer to join a leading public sector legal services provider. This is a permanent, full-time (or part-time) position where you will play a key role in advising clients on planning, development, highways, and corporate governance matters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide expert legal advice on planning and large-scale development matters to ensure compliance with statutory duties.
- Advise on and negotiate complex, multi-agency projects involving diverse stakeholders.
- Work closely with clients to understand their legal needs, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Support the development of junior team members, offering mentorship and guidance as required.
- Develop and deliver legal training to clients, enhancing their knowledge and self-sufficiency in relevant areas.
- Ensure adherence to internal practice management systems, including time recording, billing, and compliance with SRA and Lexcel standards.
About You:
- Experience: Significant experience in planning law, with a strong track record of advising on complex development and highways projects.
- Strong Communication Skills: The ability to negotiate effectively and build relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Leadership Abilities: Experience in mentoring, supervising, or managing legal staff.
- Proactive Mindset: A keen eye for identifying business development opportunities.
- Qualifications: A qualified solicitor, legal executive, or equivalent, with a focus on planning law.
Salary: £49,500 – £56,750 per annum.
Benefits:
- Pension: Generous contribution to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Flexible Working: Hybrid working options and flexible hours, allowing for a balanced work-life environment.
- Family-Friendly Policies: Comprehensive maternity, paternity, and adoption leave entitlements.
- Employee Support: Access to an Employee Assistance Program to assist with personal, work, and family matters.
- Annual Leave: A minimum of 25 days of annual leave, increasing with service, plus public holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
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