Planning and Highways Solicitor needed in Sutton in Worcester Paying £35 per hr ref 1731897
Full time hours on a temporary basis
Key Responsibilities
Legal Casework & Advisory
* Manage a diverse caseload covering contentious matters, planning and highways (both contentious and non-contentious), and general corporate issues
* Provide clear, practical, and commercially focused legal advice to internal stakeholders
* Conduct legal research on complex issues affecting the organisation and associated bodies
Advocacy & Litigation
* Act as an advocate across various forums, including courts, tribunals, and public inquiries
* Prosecute, pursue, or defend claims, including common law matters and debt recovery cases
* Represent the organisation in hearings, ensuring robust and effective case presentation
Governance & Support
* Support the delivery of a comprehensive legal service to senior stakeholders and operational teams
* Assist with proceedings and legal processes arising from organisational activity
* Provide legal input and support for governance processes, including meetings and decision‑making structures
Strategic & Operational Contribution
* Contribute to service improvement initiatives and organisational “best value” processes
* Work collaboratively with colleagues across legal, operational, and administrative functions
* Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and regulatory requirements
Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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