Interim Planning Lawyer (Local Authority)

We are seeking an Experienced Planning Lawyer to join a dynamic local authority legal team on an interim basis.

Key Details

• Start: ASAP

• End date: 15th August 2025

• Rate: £50 per hour (via umbrella or LTD company)

• Location: Remote/Hybrid working available (Council HQ: Oxfordshire)

• Hours: Full-time preferred (37 hours/week), flexible working considered

• Team: Legal Services, reporting to Senior Solicitor

The Role
You will play a key role in providing high-quality legal advice and services in planning law matters, including:

• Drafting legal agreements and policy advice

• Supporting planning-related litigation and inquiries

• Advising on highways, environment, and development matters

• Training officers and attending committee meetings

• Managing your own caseload with minimal supervision

Requirements

• Current Practising Certificate (Solicitor, CILEX Lawyer, or Barrister - England & Wales)

• At least 1 year PQE, ideally more

• Strong knowledge of Planning Law (and related fields such as Environment, Highways, Local Government Law)

• Local authority experience strongly preferred

• Ability to meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and provide concise, accurate legal advice

Desirable

• Familiarity with local government governance processes

• Confident advocacy and committee support experience

To apply, you must demonstrate you meet all essential criteria as outlined in the job description