At a Glance
- Tasks: Handle complex planning and highways cases while supporting a friendly team.
- Company: Join a supportive London Borough Council with a hybrid working culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a local government pension, discounts, gym membership, and generous leave.
- Other info: We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and offer excellent career support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while advancing your legal career.
- Qualifications: Experience in planning law and committee attendance is essential.
The predicted salary is between 61836 - 64032 £ per year.
We are delighted to be working alongside our London Borough Council client to find a Senior Planning Solicitor to join their friendly team on a permanent basis.
Responsibilities
- Have extensive knowledge and experience working in planning, highways, transport, administrative law and environmental work.
- Undertake a varied and wide caseload of the more complex work while assisting the team.
- Attend the office twice per week.
- Deputise for the Principal Lawyer as appropriate.
- Ensure that legal advice and assistance is provided efficiently.
- Manage and co-ordinate the work of staff and provide advice and guidance.
- Attend committees as directed - there are usually three committees every two months.
- Deal with the preparation of the more complex or unique forms of documents, reports and agreements.
- Hold an up to date practising certificate - Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive.
Benefits
- Local Government pension scheme.
- Bike loan and season tickets.
- Significant discounts in local cafes, shops and restaurants.
- Discounted Gym membership.
- Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
- Access to a health insurance scheme.
- Supportive staff networks.
- Hybrid working arrangement.
The ideal Senior Planning Solicitor will have experience of handling complex planning and highways matters. Experience of attending committees is essential, as is previous experience of managing or supervising other team members. We support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.
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As a Senior Planning Lawyer with the London Borough Council, you will be part of a supportive and inclusive work culture that values employee well-being and professional growth. With hybrid working arrangements, generous benefits including a local government pension scheme, and access to health insurance, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to your community while enjoying a balanced work-life environment. The council is committed to fostering diverse talent and provides significant discounts at local businesses, making it an attractive employer for those seeking rewarding public service careers.
