Job Description

Planning and Highways Lawyer – Peterborough City Council

£53,895 – £59,516 + Excellent Benefits | Permanent | Hybrid (2 days in office)

Major Developments. Strategic Growth. Legal Influence.

Join a council that’s actively shaping its future. With large-scale regeneration underway – including the landmark Station Quarter project – Peterborough offers planning lawyers a career-defining opportunity to work on transformational development and infrastructure schemes.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Drafting and negotiating Section 106 agreements and planning obligations
• Advising on major development proposals, including regeneration and transport infrastructure
• Representing Legal Services at Planning Committee
• Supporting planning appeals, enforcement cases, and judicial review challenges
• Advising on highways law, including agreements and adoption processes
• Working closely with planners, developers, engineers and senior stakeholders
• Providing robust legal frameworks that enable sustainable growth and regeneration

Why This Role Stands Out

• Strategic Projects – Help deliver the Station Quarter and other major regeneration schemes
• Tangible Impact – Your legal work helps shape communities, infrastructure and investment
• Professional Growth – With a high volume of development, there’s scope to deepen your expertise quickly
• Committee Advocacy – Gain valuable public law experience and build your confidence advising elected members
• Balanced Working – Enjoy a hybrid model with strong team support and career progression

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or CILEx Fellow
• Solid planning law experience, ideally with exposure to complex development agreements
• Strong understanding of Section 106 and highways law
• Confidence in presenting legal advice in committee and stakeholder settings
• Commercial awareness and the ability to navigate multi-party negotiations
• Interest in regeneration, infrastructure, and the development process

Want to find out more?

Contact Nik Stoate at Venn Group: nstoate@venngroup.com