Ready to lead complex legal work in a borough driving regeneration and growth?
We’re looking fortwo experienced Senior Planning & Procurement Lawyerswith experience ofhighways lawto play a key role in delivering the Royal Borough of Greenwich’s ambitious regeneration, development, and infrastructure agenda. This is your chance to make a tangible difference, working at the heart of a borough known for its iconic heritage, progressive leadership, and commitment to high-quality public services.
This is a PO6role plus an attraction payment of up to £10,000 dependent upon experience
About the role
As aSenior Planning & Procurement Lawyer, you will join our collaborative and high-performingPlanning & Procurement Teamwithin Greenwich Legal Services. This fixed-term role offers extensive variety and challenge — supporting major planning applications, regeneration schemes, and highways projects across the borough.
You will be responsible for:
* Managing acomplex caseloadof planning and highways matters, including enforcement, conservation, CIL, and infrastructure agreements.
* Providinghigh-level legal adviceto Elected Members (including Planning Committees), senior officers, and partner agencies.
* Supervising and developing a teamof up to 6 legal professionals and overseeing up to 15 consultancy staff.
* Representing the Councilin public inquiries, Magistrates’ and County Court hearings, and instructing Counsel as appropriate.
* Contributing legal insight totransformation and development projectswith borough-wide impact.
* Promoting legal awareness and best practice by deliveringtraining and guidanceacross the Council.
You will also deputise for the Assistant Head of Legal Services when required and participate in wider corporate initiatives and external meetings, acting as a senior ambassador for Greenwich Legal Services.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking an experienced and motivated lawyer with:
Essential Requirements
* A current practising certificate as asolicitor, barrister or chartered legal executive.
* Extensive knowledge and experience ofplanning and highways lawin a local government or similar context.
* Atrack record of advisingat a senior level and managing complex legal matters.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence in advising Members, Committees, and senior stakeholders.
* Experience managing and supervising staff and a commitment toteam developmentandservice improvement.
* Ability to manage competing deadlines under pressure, prioritising caseloads effectively.
Desirable
* Experience ofadvocacyin planning inquiries or relevant courts/tribunals.
* Familiarity with local authority governance and the dynamics of public sector decision-making.
Why Join Us?
Greenwich Legal Services plays a strategic role in enabling the Council to achieve its goals — from new housing to sustainable transport. Join us and you'll work onhigh-impact legal issuesin a supportive, flexible, and values-led environment.
We offer:
* Up to £10,000 attraction payment, paid in 3 stages:
o On commencement
o After successful probation (3 months)
o On confirmation in post
* 29 days annual leave, rising to 32 days after 5 years’ service
* Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
* Agile/hybrid workingarrangements
* Learning and development opportunitiestailored to your goals
* Cycle to Work Scheme,season ticket loan, andchildcare vouchers
How to Apply
Please complete your application by addressing thePerson Specificationin your supporting statement. Shortlisting will be based on how well your experience aligns with the essential criteria.
Shape the future of a dynamic borough. Be part of something bigger. Apply today.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contactEleanor Penn; Eleanor.Penn@royalgreenwich.gov.uk 020 8921 5139
To apply please click theApply Nowlink below.
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