Locum Planning & Highways Lawyer

Locum Planning Lawyer – Full Time or Part-Time – Remote Working – Initial 3 months – Up to £60 per hour umbrella

Venn Group’s specialist Legal team are currently recruiting for a Locum Planning Lawyer to join a Local Authority on an initial 3-month assignment, with the possibility for extension. The role offers fully remote working arrangements and is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Planning Lawyer to support a busy in-house legal team.

The Role:
Position: Locum Planning Lawyer
Duration: Initial 3 months with the possibility for extension
Rate: Up to £60 per hour umbrella

Working Pattern: Full Time or Part-time applicants considered (minimum 22 hours per week)

Duties:
• Supporting on routine and complex Section 106 agreements
• Advising on and drafting Highways Agreements
• Providing additional legal advice on planning and related matters as required
• Supporting internal departments and stakeholders with planning law queries

Ideal Candidate:
• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with recent local government or public sector experience
• Strong working knowledge of planning law, including S106 and highways agreements
• Excellent drafting and advisory skills

For further information, or to apply for this role, please contact the team on 07441 916438 or email localgovlegal@venngroup.com

Job Reference: J92829

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates.

Due to the large volume of applications, it is impossible to provide feedback for every applicant. If one of the team has not contacted you within 48 hours, then please assume your application has been unsuccessful in this instance.

Locum Planning Lawyer – Part Time (3–5 days per week / minimum 22 hours) – Remote Working – Initial 3 months