Planning Solicitor
Number of Positions
1
Contract Type
Permanent
Working Hours
37
Salary
£50,011 to £60,547 (potential for an additional market supplement of £3,500)
Job Category
Legal
Location
Hertford
Reference
eastherts/TP/1951/140
Are you a focused, enthusiastic team player who enjoys a varied and interesting caseload?
We are looking for someone like you to join our team! If we are a good fit for you, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of town and country planning projects from environmental sustainability to multimillion-pound regeneration schemes.
What will you be doing?
- Giving advice to the Council’s Planning Department, the Council and members on all matters related to Town and Country Planning and associated legislation.
- Being responsible for providing innovative solutions to deal with complex issues arising in connection with the work within the team and the legal issues presented by officers.
- To provide accurate advice and guidance to team members, client officers and Members in all planning law matters.
- Attend, advise and provide legal services to council Committees and Panels as required, particularly Development Management Committee meetings.
About you
As an ideal candidate, you will have:
- Admitted qualified solicitor, barrister, or legal executive with an understanding of local government.
- Negotiating and drafting experience with regard to agreements under s.106 Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and any other related agreements.
- Ability to work under pressure, using initiative and adopting a proactive solution focused approach.
- Able to cultivate good working relationships with officers, members and professionals of external organisations.
- Ability to manage own caseload and to work effectively to high professional standards, including being able to respond quickly and accurately to urgent matters and meet deadlines.
What can we offer you?
- A stimulating and supportive work environment
- Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time
- 26-29 days’ annual leave rising to 34 days with 5 years' local government service
- Employee well-being programme
How to apply
For an informal discussion about the role and to find out more about East Herts Council’s ambition, please contact James Ellis, Director for Legal, Policy and Governance. Contact details are available via the apply button.
Closing date: 2nd February 2026 at Midnight.
Interviews will be held the week commencing 9th February 2026.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity and maintaining a firm commitment to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. We believe that creating inclusive environments leads to stronger collaboration and better outcomes in our work