Overview

Service Care Legal are working alongside a local authority based in Gloucestershire. We are looking to recruit a Lawyer to join the council's legal team with Planning law focus.

Role

Planning Lawyer

Location

Gloucestershire / Hybrid

Rate

Umbrella Rate: £50-55ph DOE | PAYE (Inc Hol) - £44.06 - £48.41ph DOE

Contract

Length: 3 Months Ongoing

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to a range of clients on planning and highway matters.
• Reviewing and drafting Committee reports.
• Undertake advocacy and represent the Council in the Court arena.
• Represent Legal Services, the Council and external clients in meetings, including committee and member meetings, inquiries and working groups and in discussions with other legal practitioners at an appropriate level as and when required.

About You

• Must be a qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with a current practising certificate.
• Experience specialising in planning law within the last 5 years.
• Good communication with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to work effectively with a range of professionals and stakeholders.

Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Flexible hours
• Weekly pay

How to Apply

If this Planning Lawyer position is right for you or someone you may know, don't hesitate to get in touch with Aanisah Khan via email (url removed) or via phone on (phone number removed).

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.