Planning Lawyer

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Job Title: Planning Lawyer (Temporary Assignment)

Location: Time Square, Warrington

Pay Rate: £22.73 per hour (PAYE)

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week

Contract Length: 4 to 6 months (initially)

Working Model: Hybrid working with flexible working policy

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Planning Lawyer to join our client’s high-performing Legal Services department. This is a temporary full-time position to cover a vacancy pending permanent recruitment. The department is Lexcel accredited and offers a supportive, friendly, and progressive working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on Town & Country Planning matters.
• Draft and advise on Section 106 agreements, including biodiversity net gain and bi-lateral/unilateral agreements.
• Prepare certificates of lawful use.
• Attend and advise at local authority planning committees.
• Deliver legal advice across council departments on planning matters as directed.
• Represent the council in meetings with client departments, agencies, and legal representatives.

About You

• Qualified and experienced Planning Lawyer.
• Proven experience in Local Government or Public Sector legal work.
• Ability to attend planning committees as required is desirable.
• Strong communication and drafting skills.
• Collaborative and proactive approach to legal problem-solving.

Why apply?

• Work in a Lexcel-accredited legal team.
• Enjoy a flexible and hybrid working model.
• Be part of a supportive and professional environment.

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