At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team in property, planning, and regeneration projects.
- Company: Reputable London Local Authority with a focus on community impact.
- Benefits: Generous leave, pension scheme, discounts, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in local communities while advancing your legal career.
- Qualifications: Qualified Lawyer with a current practising certificate and team leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 78090 - 88090 £ per year.
Sellick Partnership are pleased to be working alongside a well-known London authority to recruit a Principal Lawyer to head up their Property, Planning and Regeneration team. The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to undertake varied, high-quality work and manage a team of lawyers and paralegals.
About the Principal Lawyer position:
The Principal Lawyer will be expected to lead, direct, develop and improve the service to operational teams, predominantly in the areas of property, planning, and highways, to ensure the provision of an excellent standard of service and value for money. The Council outsources a significant amount of its property and complex planning work to third parties, and this role will be required to work with those providers to drive good value, establish relationships, and achieve good outcomes for the Council. You will also be responsible for overseeing large regeneration projects and will be responsible for the tendering process.
What is required for the Principal Lawyer role?
- You must be a qualified Lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX) with a current practising certificate
- Able to work on a hybrid basis and attend their office in South London
- Able to work full-time hours, requests to work 4 days per week will be considered
- Ideally, have experience working within the public sector, but private sector applicants are welcome
What's in it for the successful Principal Lawyer?
This is an exciting role where you will work with the new Assistant Director of Legal Services in relation to several corporate activities and transformation plans.
Benefits:
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service
- Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounts at local restaurants and gyms
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Secure Bike Storage facilities
Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.
Principal Lawyer - Property, Planning & Regeneration employer: Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited
Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited is an excellent employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead within a supportive local government team. With a focus on employee growth and development, the company fosters a collaborative work culture that values strategic contributions and provides competitive remuneration. Working in this role not only allows for meaningful engagement in public sector operations but also offers the chance to make a significant impact in the community.
Contact Details:
Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited Recruitment Team
