Senior Planning Solicitor

A Local Authority based in Gloucestershire is seeking an experienced Senior Planning Solicitor to support planning services.

Initial 3-Month Contract (high likelihood of extension)

Flexible Hybrid Working

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and highly regarded legal team, providing specialist planning law support across three councils.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting and negotiating Section 106 Agreements
• Advising on complex planning law matters
• Managing and supporting Judicial Review processes
• Attending and advising at Planning Committees
• Reviewing reports and providing legal advice to officers and members
• Supporting planning functions across multiple local authoritiesUsing case management and time recording systems effectively

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister with rights of audience, or CILEX Lawyer with litigation and advocacy rights
• Extensive experience drafting Section 106 Agreements
• Strong knowledge of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)
• Up-to-date understanding of recent and upcoming planning law changes
• Experience managing or advising on Judicial Reviews
• Ability to attend Planning Committees
• Ability to attend monthly legal team meetings in person

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

• Licensing Committee and Sub-Committee attendance
• Knowledge of taxi and/or premises licensing
• Contract drafting experience
• Prosecution experience
• Enforcement experience