Service Care Legal are currently working alongside a thriving Local Authority, based in North Yorkshire, which is in need of an experienced Highways and Planning Lawyer to join their team.
Role: Planning Lawyer
Doncaster, hybrid working
Contract Length: 3 months ongoing
This company is seeking a highly skilled Planning Lawyer to provide legal support and advice across the Council on matters relating to Town and Country Planning, and Highway related issues. As a Planning Lawyer, you will be responsible for the delivery of legal advice and support in the following legal specialism.
Town and Country Planning
Highway Law (including footpaths)
Take responsibility for the delivery of legal advice and support in the legal specialisms of Town and Country Planning, Highway Law (including footpaths), and Compulsory Purchase.
Provide high-quality and timely legal advice to the Council, its officers and elected members.
Conduct advocacy before any Court, Tribunal, Inquiry or internal Board/Panel.
Conduct all work in accordance with internal policies and procedures, including the effective use of a case management and time recording systems
They are looking for someone with 2-3 years PQE or above in Planning Law
ideally with experience working with a local authority in the Highways and Planning department
Hybrid working
Flexible hours
Weekly pay