Principal Lawyer - Property, Planning & Regeneration
London Local Authority
Hybrid Working Arrangement
Permanent Contract
£78,090 to £88,090 (+£5k welcome bonus)
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
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Principal Lawyer - Property, Planning & Regeneration employer: Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector
As a Principal Property Lawyer with a well-known London authority, you will be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation in the public sector. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, generous annual leave starting at 27 days, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, ensuring a healthy work-life balance and financial security. With opportunities for professional growth and involvement in significant regeneration projects, this position is ideal for those seeking meaningful and impactful work in a supportive environment.
Contact Details:
Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector Recruitment Team
