3 Month Contract With A Local Authority

This position offers the opportunity to work remotely while contributing to a varied caseload of planning and development matters. The successful candidate will provide high-quality legal advice on planning law issues and support decision-making processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on all aspects of planning and environmental law
  
• Draft and review planning agreements (including Section 106 agreements)
  
• Advise on planning applications, appeals, and enforcement matters
  
• Support officers and stakeholders with legal input on planning policy and decisions
  
• Attend Planning Committee meetings where required (desirable, not essential)
  
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks
  

Requirements

• Qualified solicitor, barrister, or legal executive in England & Wales
  
• Demonstrable experience in planning law (local authority experience desirable)
  
• Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and procedures
  
• Ability to manage workload independently in a remote environment
  
• Excellent communication and drafting skills