Deputy Principal Planning Lawyer

Deputy Principal Planning Lawyer

Full-Time 80 - 80 £ / hour (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a team in managing planning law cases and advising on complex legal matters.
  • Company: Reputable London local authority with a commitment to inclusivity.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Join a supportive team with a focus on career development.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in local governance while advancing your legal career.
  • Qualifications: Extensive experience in planning law, preferably within a local authority.

The predicted salary is between 80 - 80 £ per hour.

Job Description Deputy Principal Planning Lawyer London Local Authority Locum Contract Hybrid Working Up to £80ph (umbrella) DOE A reputable London local authority is seeking to recruit an interim Deputy Principal Planning Lawyer to join their team on a locum basis, starting in early September.

The Deputy Principal Planning Lawyer will join the London Council on an initial three-month locum contract, which will then be extended on a rolling basis pending permanent recruitment.

Office and committee attendance is flexible.

While hybrid working is preferred, remote applicants will still be considered.

The role will involve managing a backlog of Section 106 Agreements and Unilateral Undertakings, advising on planning enforcement notices, appeals, property-related regulations and Section 111 Agreements.

The Deputy Principal Lawyer will also support the implementation of changes to planning legislation, publishing legal decisions, and acting as a trusted adviser to the Council, its officers and elected Members.

The successful Deputy Principal Lawyer will be responsible for leading a team of approximately three to four direct reports in a hands-on management role.

This is a senior position requiring extensive experience in planning law, ideally gained within a local authority setting, with the confidence and expertise to provide advice across a broad range of complex matters.

Should you require further information or wish to discuss your suitability before applying, please contact Zofia Slater in our Manchester office for a confidential discussion.

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We think you need these skills to ace Deputy Principal Planning Lawyer

Planning Law
Section 106 Agreements
Unilateral Undertakings
Planning Enforcement Notices
Appeals
Property-Related Regulations
Section 111 Agreements