Service Care Legal are currently working alongside a local authority, based in the West Midlands, which is in need of an experienced Planning Solicitor to join their legal team on a part-time basis.

In this pivotal role, you will provide comprehensive legal advice and representation on all matters related to planning law.

Role: Planning Lawyer

Salary: £40-£50ph

Location: West Midlands - remote bar the need to attend committee meetings

Duration: 6 months rolling contract - 15 to 25 hours a week

The role of a Planning Lawyer:

• Represent the council at committee meetings


• Handle a caseload of general planning matters - s106s, s278s and general planning advice


• Assist officers with any administrative work that may be required from time to time

The Person:

• A solicitor, barrister or legal executive with 3+ years of PQE in Planning Law


• Someone who is organised and self-motivated and is prepared to contribute and improve upon the efficiency of the team


• Someone who has experience of representing a council at committee meetings

Benefits of the Planning Lawyer role

• Remote working


• Flexible hours


• Weekly payments

If you or someone that you know would be interested in applying to the Planning Lawyer vacancy, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Hugh Barnes via email, Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk, or via phone at 01772208969.

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.