Government Planning Lawyer

Locum Contract - Full Time 6 months+

Rate - £31.81 per hour PAYE

Annual equivalent of £61,200

London, Hybrid-Working

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced UK Qualified (Solicitor or Barrister/Equivalent) Planning Lawyer to join a Central Government Organisation. My client is looking for a passionate individual who has extensive knowledge and experience of Planning Law. The role involves advising and supporting in exercising functions with a focus on Planning law, Environmental, infrastructure and litigation.

Key Responsibilities of the Planning Lawyer:

• As a Planning Lawyer, you will be responsible for planning policies, safety policies, integration and regeneration.

• The work ranges from legal support on planning consent applications for large energy infrastructure projects and overhead powerlines to working with Government Departments on planning reforms.

• The work is planning and environmentally focussed, encompassing the application of the current regime as well as supporting new developments in response to government commitments.

• Advising on litigation involving the Government, working closely with GLD Litigation teams and external Counsel as required.
• Conduct a wide variety of matters making decisions about case progression (liaising and seeking views from senior colleagues where necessary).
• Familiarity with electronic case management and ability to keep electronic files in good order with all correspondence and documents filed as necessary.
• Ability to manage a high case load whilst maintaining a good working relationship with team colleagues.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Sound knowledge of and experience of advising on Planning and Environmental matters
• UK Qualified( Solicitor or Barrister/Equivalent with at least 2 years post-qualified experience
• We are looking for creative, solutions-focussed lawyers with the following mix of skills and experience:
• Strong communication skills
• A proactive approach to managing risks and identifying solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Capability to create and support an inclusive working environment.
• Reliable legal judgment and appreciation of legal risk.
• Sound analysis, using sound legal research to produce timely and fit for purpose advice.

Benefits of working for the employer:

• Annual equivalent of £61,200 - £65,000
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working arrangements
• Access to unique work within a Central Government Organisation
• Long contracts with opportunities to extend
• Client will wait up to 3 months' notice period

This is a fantastic and unique opportunity for a Planning Lawyer to join a well-established Central Government Organisation, which prides itself in providing high-quality, pristine service to its clients. If you have a keen interest to learn more about this role and have relevant skills or experience for this Planning Lawyer role, please apply now, and contact Zanub at Sellick Partnership.

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