Average Planning Lawyer salary in the UK

We are currently partnering with a Local Authority, who are recruiting for a Senior Planning Lawyer to assist the Commercial Team. You will be needed on a two-month temporary basis working on an exciting high profile S106 project. This is available as a full-time position and is fully remote, with a negotiable rate. It is also looking to start ASAP. The successful candidate must be a Qualification as Solicitor, Barrister or FILEX, as well as, experience handling high profile cases within a Local Authority. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Working to complete the project to tight deadlines, working alongside the Team leaderCompleting one S106 agreement that is part of a large project that needs to be completed by of MayBeing involved in a range of Planning areas such as: waste, public house, greener spaces, energy, as well as, national planning and policy Working hours: Full time (34 hours a week)Monday to Friday (offering compressed hours) Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role. James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role. At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Don’t forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £250 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

Principal Lawyer (Highways and Planning) Location: Bedfordshire (Hybrid - 2 days office based)Job Type: Full-time (37 hours per week)Salary: £59,000to £73,800 plus £1,435 Management incentive I am recruiting for a Principal Lawyer specialising in Planning and Highways to lead a team of lawyers providing inventive and practical legal advice to a variety of public sector clients. This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with statutory duties and obligations and protecting the best interests of our client organisations. Day-to-Day of the Role: Provide legal advice and services to client organisations in planning, development, and highways matters, as well as other corporate or constitutional and administrative matters.Manage a complex caseload, delivering high-quality, innovative, and comprehensive specialist legal advice within required timescales.Act as a source of legal advice and assistance to client councils’ committees and directorates as directed.Attend courts and tribunals, undertaking advocacy where required, and represent clients in negotiations and discussions with third parties.Instruct and manage suppliers of external legal services such as solicitors and barristers according to client requirements.Lead and develop the service to client organisations in the area of planning and highways, ensuring excellent client care and value for money.Actively seek out new business development opportunities. Required Skills & Qualifications: Qualified as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales, a member of the Bar who has completed pupillage, a qualified Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives, or a Chartered Legal Executive.Demonstrated understanding of the local government legal framework, particularly in planning and highways-related law.Experience advising on large-scale property development projects.Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team of experienced professionals.Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of persons and organisations.Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage competing priorities. Benefits: Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.Competitive salary and benefits package.Regular opportunities for professional development and training.Flexible working arrangements to meet the demands of the role. To apply for the Principal Lawyer position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

Service Care Solutions is working alongside a diverse local authority, based in Berkshire, which needs a planning lawyer to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic team for a valued local authority.This role can pay £50-£55ph umbrella and operate on a fully remote basis. This is a 6-month rolling contract. The Role Of A Planning Lawyer: Handling a full caseload on Planning and Highways Law from start to completionDraft and negotiate complex S106 agreementsProvide legal advice on corporate, constitution and administrative matters to ensure compliance with statutory duties and obligations and to protect the best interests of the Council The Person: A qualified solicitor, legal executive or barrister with 3+ years of PQE in Planning and Highways law.You must have ability to draft and complete Section 106 Agreements.Ideally someone who has worked for a public sector legal team as a planning and highways lawyer. Benefits Included With The Planning Lawyer Position: Remote workingFlexible hoursWeekly payments If this planning lawyer vacancy sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Hugh Barnes via email, .uk, or via phone at .We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.