HIGHWAYS LAWYER - 2+ years PQE - Urgent Requirement
Locum role | 6+mons | Contract | Essex | £85 per hour (Inside IR35)
A highly regarded and forward-thinking local authority is seeking an experienced Highways Lawyer (minimum 2 years’ PQE) to support a high-profile interim assignment with an immediate start. Candidates must demonstrate proven experience across highways, regeneration, and planning work.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and collaborative legal team, advising on complex highways, regeneration, and planning matters that directly impact major infrastructure and development projects across the region.
* Rate: £85 per hour
* Contract Length: Initial 6+ months (with strong potential for extension)
* Working Arrangement: Hybrid (2 days per week in office)
* Start: ASAP
Role Overview
You will play a key role in delivering high-quality legal advice across a broad portfolio of work, including:
* Highways Law:
o Advising on highway agreements (including s.38 and s.278), road adoption, stopping up and diversion orders, and general highways legislation and disputes
* Planning & Development:
o Supporting planning teams with legal input on development proposals, enforcement matters, and associated agreements
* Providing legal advice on regeneration initiatives, infrastructure delivery, land assembly, and partnership arrangements
* Drafting & Negotiation:
o Preparing and negotiating complex legal agreements with developers, contractors, and stakeholders
* Stakeholder Engagement:
o Working closely with internal departments and external partners to deliver commercially focused legal solutions
Candidate Profile
* Qualified Solicitor / Legal Executive / Barrister
* Strong experience in local government law, particularly highways and planning
* Proven ability to manage a varied caseload within a fast-paced environment
* Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advisory skills
* Ability to hit the ground running with minimal supervision
Why Apply
* High-impact role working on significant infrastructure and regeneration projects
* Competitive hourly rate
* Flexible hybrid working model
* Opportunity to work within a well-established and supportive local authority team
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