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Highways and Planning LawyerCivic Recruitment Limited • Reigate, England, UK
Highways and Planning Lawyer

Highways and Planning Lawyer

Civic Recruitment Limited • Reigate, England, UK
14 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Temporary
Job description

4 Month Contract With A Local Authority


Job Purpose

To provide expert legal advice representation and strategic support on Highways and Planning matters ensuring the Council discharges its statutory functions lawfully and effectively. The role involves managing a complex caseload undertaking advocacy where required supporting the Monitoring Officer supervising junior lawyers and contributing to the continuous development and delivery of a high-quality legal service.




Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a varied and complex caseload of Highways and Planning legal matters with minimal supervision.
  • Provide specialist legal advice to the Council elected members officers and committees.
  • Undertake and/or manage advocacy in courts tribunals inquiries and hearings as required.
  • Draft review and negotiate legal documents agreements and correspondence.
  • Support the Monitoring Officer by advising on matters of legality and procedural compliance.
  • Supervise mentor and provide guidance to junior members of the legal team.
  • Contribute to reducing reliance on external legal providers through effective case management and in-house expertise.
  • Assist in the leadership and management of the legal team supporting service improvements and strategic objectives.
  • Deliver training and legal updates to Council staff on relevant legislation and emerging legal issues.
  • Work collaboratively across departments and with external stakeholders to achieve effective legal outcomes.
  • Maintain accurate electronic case records in accordance with Lexcel standards and the Councils case management procedures.


Requirements

  • Qualified Solicitor Barrister or Fellow of CILEX eligible to practise in England and Wales with a current practising certificate (or eligible to obtain one).
  • Experience managing Highways and/or Planning law matters within local government or a similar environment.
  • Experience of or aptitude for advocacy.
  • Strong knowledge of relevant legislation legal procedures and local government practice.
  • Excellent drafting negotiation communication and analytical skills.
  • Experience supervising or mentoring junior legal professionals.
  • Ability to manage a demanding caseload while delivering high-quality legal advice and representation.
  • Proficiency in electronic case management systems and Microsoft Office applications.


Additional Information

  • Location: Surrey County Council - Flexible working with office attendance as required for meetings hearings and business needs.
  • Hours per Week: 35 hours.
  • Bi-Weekly Payments



Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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