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Planning Solicitor
Job Posted: 10 days ago
Salary: £ 55 - 65 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: West Yorkshire
Expire in: 18 days
Job Description
Planning Solicitor
West Yorkshire Local Authority
Rate: £55-£65 per hour - Negotiable DOE
Contract: 3-6 months - with view to extend
Fully Remote
A local authority in the West Yorkshire region is seeking a skilled and motivated Planning and Development Lawyer to join its Legal Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting one of the UK's most ambitious and forward-thinking local authorities as it delivers on strategic priorities for infrastructure, regeneration, and sustainable development.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a varied caseload in development, planning, highways, and local government law.
Draft complex legal documents, including S106 agreements, highways agreements, and development-related contracts.
Undertake advocacy at inquiries, tribunals, and courts, including complex contested proceedings.
Advise on legal aspects of strategic projects, development schemes, and infrastructure delivery.
Key Requirements
Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEX with strong experience in one or more of the following areas: planning law, development, highways law, or public law.
Be able to confidently manage a heavy caseload, adapt to shifting priorities, and provide practical, solutions-focused legal advice.
Experienced in planning or development law within a local authority or similar setting.
Strong drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
About Spencer Clarke Group
Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way.
When you join us, you will receive:
Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities
Free DBS checks
Post Placement Aftercare
Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals
If you are interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Max using the contact details below:
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