Service Care Legal are working with an East London Borough Council, renowned for its diversity, rich history, and ambitious development plans, is seeking a Senior Planning Lawyer to join its dynamic legal services team on an ongoing contract basis.
Job Title: Senior Planning Lawyer
Location: East London Borough Council (Hybrid – 2 days per week in office)
Rate: £45.00 to £50.00 per hour LTD (DOE and interview performance)
Contract: 36 hours per week, 3-month contract
Please note that this role would require office attendance 2 days per week.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide specialist legal advice on a range of planning, development, and highways matters.
* Draft and negotiate complex agreements, including:
o Section 106 agreements and deeds of variation
o Highways agreements and oversail licences
o Rent and nominations agreements to secure affordable housing
* Provide advice on Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) matters.
* Represent the council at public inquiries, court proceedings, and planning appeals, including instruction of Counsel where necessary.
* Support and attend planning committees, including pre-meetings and evening sessions as required.
* Contribute to broader legal services, supporting constitutional, administrative, and corporate matters.
Requirements
* Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEx (England & Wales) with a valid practising certificate.
* Significant post-qualification experience in planning and highways law, ideally within a local government setting.
* Experience conducting your own caseload with minimal supervision.
* Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
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