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Part Time Planning Lawyer
Posted Today by Sellick Partnership
£60 Per hour
Inside
Remote
West Midlands
Summary: The role of Part Time Planning Lawyer involves joining a local authority's legal team on a remote basis for a contract period of 3-6 months. The position requires handling a diverse caseload of planning matters, with a commitment of 15-25 hours per week. Candidates with experience in public sector planning law or relevant private practice experience are encouraged to apply. The role offers a competitive hourly rate and the flexibility of remote work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing general planning advice, including support with an emerging Local Plan
- Drafting and negotiating Section 106 agreements
- Advising on highways agreements
Key Skills:
- Experience in planning law
- Ability to work within a public sector environment
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills
- Excellent communication and advisory skills
Salary (Rate): £60 hourly
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Legal
Part Time Planning Lawyer - Local Authority (Remote, West Midlands)
Contract: 3-6 months | £55-60 umbrella | Fully Remote
Sellick Partnership is currently recruiting for a fantastic opportunity for a Planning Lawyer to join a forward-thinking local authority on a remote basis. This interim position is based within the West Midlands and is initially for a 3-6 month period. They are looking for between 15-25 hours a week.
The successful candidate will be joining a supportive and well-established legal team, handling a diverse caseload of planning matters, including:
- Providing general planning advice, including support with an emerging Local Plan
- Drafting and negotiating Section 106 agreements
- Advising on highways agreements
Candidate Profile:
The ideal applicant will have prior experience working within the public sector. However, candidates from private practice with relevant planning law experience are also encouraged to apply.
We recommend interested candidates apply as soon as possible to be considered for shortlisting. If you would like further information or to discuss your suitability before applying, please contact Sara Robinson in our Manchester office for a confidential conversation.
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