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2025-08-03 01:00:19Bridge of HopeCompany Logo

Locum Planning Lawyer

Ref: 5a2da3d4373a408da680c78de5c20091
Venn Group
Human Resources & Legal
Competitive
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Planning Lawyer to join a Local Authority in the South West on a full-time, 3 month initial basis.

The ideal candidate would be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with previous Local Authority experience. You will be handling a mixed general caseload with a particular focus on Section 106 agreements.

Duties may include the following:

- Providing advice on a wide range of planning matters including highways

- Drafting and negotiating Section 106 agreements

- Advising and representing clients in negotiations and discussions with third parties in planning matters and legal practice areas relevant to the post

- Providing legal advice and support to any of the client Committees and Directorates when directed

- Undertaking research and providing advice to the Council in the areas of planning law specifically and Local Government Law generally
An hourly rate of up to £60 per hour via Umbrella is offered for this position. Additionally, this role offers the opportunity for remote working, however in person committee attendance once every 4 weeks is mandatory.
Remote, UK
Venn Group
Human Resources & Legal
Competitive
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