Location: Flexible (Hybrid/Remote)
Contract: 3 months (subject to be extended)
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide expert legal advice on all planning-related matters
* Lead on the drafting and negotiation of S106 Agreements and Highways Agreements
* Represent the Council at Planning Committees, hearings, and inquiries
* Manage complex planning enforcement issues and appeals
* Handle a varied caseload, including high-risk and high-profile matters
* Ensure all work meets Legal Services’ practice standards
Requirements:
* Extensive experience in planning law, planning agreements, and highways law
* Strong knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain and Nutrient Neutrality
* Proven ability to manage a complex caseload independently
* Confident advising at committee level and representing at hearings/inquiries
* Excellent drafting and negotiation skills