[ref. j464502] Planning and Regeneration Lawyer/Senior Lawyer
Your new company
Step into a career with a dynamic local authority that provides high-quality legal services within a vibrant and diverse borough in North London, serving the local community with professionalism and integrity, upholding standards in law and governance.This council is seeking temporary, full-time (36 hours per week) cover within the legal team, for circa 20 weeks. Start date beginning of March.
Your new role
A dedicated and experienced Lawyer or Senior Lawyer, specialising in planning and regeneration. This role is integral to supporting the development of the public law services in collaboration with Team Leaders and Service Managers. Some key responsibilities:
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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.
#4664070 - Lucy Kelly