Job Description
Allen Lane is supporting a Local Authority in their recruitment for a Principal Planning and Highways Solicitor.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Demonstrated understanding of the local government legal framework, including relevant practice and policy issues related to planning and highways law.
2. Knowledge of and ability to interpret law in the relevant service area.
3. Experience advising on large-scale property development projects (desirable).
4. At least two years post-qualification experience, preferably in a Local Authority setting.
5. Understanding of the legal framework and operation of Local Government.
6. Experience in delivering legal briefings and training courses.
7. Proven ability to manage high-volume planning and highways transactions efficiently and accurately.
8. Ability to advise on governance and constitutional matters.
9. Experience leading, managing, or supervising a team of professionals.
10. Ability to develop client relationships and identify opportunities for work expansion.
11. Skills in legal research, legislation interpretation, and case law summarization.
12. Success in managing a team’s workload and attracting new clients or work areas.
13. Thorough knowledge of court and appeal procedures.
14. Knowledge of other legal areas such as contract, commercial law, and litigation.
15. Advocacy skills and knowledge of civil and criminal procedures.
Qualifications:
Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales, or member of the Bar who has completed pupillage, or qualified Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives or Chartered Legal Executive.
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