Job Description Planning and Regeneration Lawyer Property, Planning and Regeneration Team HB Public Law Join One of London's Leading Shared Legal Practices HB Public Law is an innovative and ambitious shared legal service operated by and based in the London Borough of Harrow and providing legal support to the London Boroughs of Harrow, Barnet and Hounslow, together with Slough Borough Council. HB Public Law are looking to recruit a Lawyer or Senior Lawyer to join their highly regarded Property, Planning and Regeneration teams. This is a unique opportunity to undertake a varied and rewarding caseload, potentially across four local authorities, advising on matters that have a direct impact on local communities. Applications from newly qualified lawyers with either property or planning experience (both is ideal), and a determination to learn, are welcome. Whether you are currently working in local government, private practice or another relevant environment, we would be keen to hear from you. Responsibilities of the Planning and Regeneration Lawyer: The successful Planning and Regeneration Lawyer will carry a busy but interesting and varied caseload of planning and highway matters including section 278 agreements, section 106 agreements, compulsory purchase orders and deeds of variation. They will also attend planning committees, advise on general highways and planning issues and local government matters, and have conduct of any related appeals. The successful Planning and Regeneration Lawyer should also be willing to undertake some property transactions and will be supervised and supported within the team as appropriate. Depending on experience, the Planning and Regeneration Lawyer will also support and mentor junior colleagues, contribute to training initiatives and help develop best practice across the team. What the successful Planning and Regeneration Lawyer will need: We are looking for individuals who are motivated, collaborative and committed to delivering high-quality legal services. A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEX) with litigation practising rights, or soon to qualify Experienced in planning and regeneration law Local authority or private practice planning and regeneration lawyers with an interest in developing their skills in property law Newly qualified lawyers with relevant training or pupillage experience and willingness to develop in this area of work Why Join HB Public Law? This is a unique opportunity to develop your career within a supportive, friendly and highly experienced team that values collaboration, learning and professional development. Working across (potentially) more than one local authority provides exposure to a breadth of work rarely available within a single organisation, allowing you to develop a wide range of expertise and gain experience of complex and challenging cases. HB Public Law are committed to supporting lawyers' development and have a strong track record of helping people progress throughout their careers. In addition, HB Public Law offer: Local Government Pension Scheme Excellent learning and development opportunities (including career progression) Cycle Scheme Green Car Benefit Scheme Staff discounts and wellbeing support initiatives HB Public Law operate from a hybrid office, and lawyers typically attend the office two days per week (which could include our client offices), together with any required committee attendance and client meetings (where these are not held remotely). Ready to take on high-quality planning and regeneration work, accelerate your career and make a real difference across four local authorities? For an informal discussion about the Planning and Regeneration Lawyer role, please contact Elleyn Hewitt or Zofia Slater in our Manchester office for a confidential discussion about this role. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Planning Law Solicitor in Harrow employer: Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector
Sellick Partnership is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values diversity and promotes employee growth. With the flexibility of remote working and opportunities for both part-time and full-time roles, this position allows you to balance your professional and personal life while contributing to meaningful civil and housing litigation matters within a well-established local authority.
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Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector Recruitment Team
