Planning LawyerCivic Recruitment Limited • Hackney, HCK, gb

Planning Lawyer

Civic Recruitment Limited • Hackney, HCK, gb

5 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

1 year contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary :

The London Borough of Hackney is seeking an experienced Planning Lawyer to join its Legal & Governance Services within the Chief Executive’s Directorate.
The role involves managing a varied caseload of routine and complex legal matters with minimal supervision, providing high-quality legal advice to council services, and representing the Council in courts, tribunals, and external forums.
The successful candidate will support the Council’s strategic objectives while working collaboratively within an ambitious and modern legal team.

Key Duties / Accountabilities (Sample) :

Manage a caseload of routine and non-routine legal matters with minimal supervision.

Provide clear, consistent, and accurate legal advice to Council services.

Undertake advocacy on behalf of the Council in courts and tribunals.

Draft complex legal documents, reports, and formal correspondence.

Research, analyse, and interpret legislation, case law, and policy.

Advise Members, senior officers, and stakeholders on legal, governance, and procedural matters.

Deliver legal briefings, seminars, and training sessions as required.

Maintain case files in line with Lexcel, Law Society, and internal practice management standards.

Use the case management system effectively and achieve chargeable hours targets.

Supervise junior staff when required.

Attend and represent the Council at committees, external meetings, and working groups (including evenings when necessary).

Contribute to service improvement, corporate objectives, and a customer-focused legal service.

Skills / Experience :

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister (England & Wales), or Fellow of CILEX.

Proven experience managing complex and high-volume legal caseloads.

Strong background in Planning Law and local government legal services.

Experience providing legal advice within a public sector or local authority environment.

Advocacy experience in courts and tribunals.

Excellent legal drafting, research, and analytical skills.

Experience using legal case management systems.

Ability to meet chargeable hours and performance targets.

Strong understanding of local government governance and procedures.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a legal team.

Additional Information :

The closing date : 13 / 02 / 2026.

Location : London Borough of Hackney.

Rate : £45–£55 per hour (Umbrella).

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister (England & Wales), or Fellow of CILEX.

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