Job Description
LOCUM OPPORTUNITY | PLANNING LAW
Senior Legal Officer – Planning (Locum)
South Yorkshire | Hybrid
£50 – £55 per hour
Interim contract until April 2026
CRA Consulting is working with a well-established South Yorkshire local authority to recruit an experienced Senior Legal Officer (Planning) on a long-term locum basis.
This is a senior, hands-on role offering exposure to complex planning and highways work, ideal for an experienced local government lawyer looking for stability, autonomy, and a strong day rate.
The Opportunity
Reporting into the Head of Litigation & Regulatory Services, you’ll provide high-level legal advice across planning-related matters, supporting officers and elected members across the authority.
The role blends advisory work, drafting, advocacy, and leadership, making it well-suited to a confident Planning Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive.
What you’ll be doing
Advising on Town & Country Planning, Highway Law (including footpaths), and Compulsory Purchase
Drafting Section 106 agreements, enforcement notices, planning injunctions, reports, and court documents
Conducting advocacy before Courts, Tribunals, Inquiries, and Panels
Deputising for senior legal colleagues where required
Delivering training to legal teams, officers, partners, and elected members
Managing matters in line with internal policies and case management systems
What they’re looking for
Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX with a current practising certificate
Strong Planning Law experience within a local authority environment
Proven advocacy capability
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
Solid understanding of the local government legislative framework
A pragmatic, value-driven public sector approach
What’s on offer
£50 – £55 per hour
Long-term locum contract (to April 2026)
Senior-level autonomy
Varied and interesting planning caseload
Hybrid working (subject to service requirements)
Interested?
For a confidential discussion or to be considered, contact:
Rob Addy
Director – Legal Recruitment | CRA Consulting
robert.addy@craconsultants.com
0114 241 8030
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