Locum Senior Planning Lawyer – South East Council – Up to £60 per hour umbrella – Remote Working – Up to 12 Months

Venn Group’s specialist Legal team are currently recruiting for a Locum Senior Planning Lawyer to join a South East based Local Authority. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning lawyer to support a busy legal team on a long-term assignment.

The Role:
Position: Locum Senior Planning Lawyer
Duration: Initial 3–6 months, with a likely extension up to 12 months
Rate: Up to £60 per hour umbrella (flexibility for the right candidate)
Working Pattern: Full time preferred, with a minimum of 25 hours per week considered
Working Arrangements: Remote working, with attendance at monthly team days desirable but non-essential

Duties will include:
• Advising on large-scale development and infrastructure planning agreements
• Drafting and negotiating highways agreements
• Providing advice on complex development management matters
• Supporting the Council on a range of strategic and high-value planning issues

Ideal Candidate:
• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with a minimum of 5 years’ PQE
• Operating at Senior or Principal Lawyer level
• Strong experience within a Local Authority or public sector setting is desirable however candidates from a Private Practice background will also be considered
• Confident advising on complex and high-profile planning matters

Job Ref: J91500

For further information, or to apply for this role, please contact Louise Francis or Ebby Vallance, or email localgovlegal@venngroup.com.

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

Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to provide feedback to all applicants. If you have not been contacted within 48 hours, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.