Your new company

Your new role

• To advise and have conduct of legal files, including those relating to local authorities, housing associations and schools and to provide advice, representation and undertake research as requested in relation to planning and regeneration matters
• To attend meetings and court which may take place outside of normal office hours
  and off site as required
• To advise officers and members, including in public forums, in a proactive and politically sensitive manner
• To give guidance, mentor and give training to less experienced team members
• To deputise for senior lawyers as and when required

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with current practising certificate in England and Wales
• Several years’ experience in planning and regeneration law
• Previous experience gained in local government or in private practice having worked with local government clients
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with Team Leaders, Service Managers, and other legal professionals
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

What you'll get in return

• An hourly rate of circa. £40+ per hour PAYE
• Hybrid working opportunities (1-2 office days per week)
• 32 days of holiday entitlement
• Progress your public sector career in a collaborative and supportive team!

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.