Children's Services Lawyer

1 month ago


Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Wiltshire Council Full time
Legal - Shaping our Communities Future

We're seeking an experienced Solicitor to join our in-house Legal team as a Principal Solicitor. You will work with a small team, managing and coordinating the delivery of planning-related legal support. Your role will involve providing strategic legal advice on planning permissions and a range of planning and highways-related issues, transactions, and agreements.

We value flexible and hybrid work to enhance service delivery. While your main office is County Hall in Trowbridge, regular office attendance fosters collaboration and team development. We're committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and service delivery.

Disability Confident Employer

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic legal advice on planning permissions and planning and highways-related issues
  • Manage and coordinate the delivery of planning-related legal support
  • Work with a small team to achieve team goals
  • Contribute to the development of the in-house Legal team

Requirements:

  • Experience as a Solicitor in a planning or highways-related field
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team


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