Locum Planning Lawyer – Part-Time (Remote Working) – up to £60 per hour Umbrella
Venn Group’s specialist legal team are currently working with a Local Authority in the Midlands who are seeking an experienced Planning Lawyer to join their team on a part-time locum basis.
Role Overview:

• Focused solely on Planning Law
• Advising Planning Officers on all aspects of planning legislation
• Drafting Section 106 and Highways Agreements
• Supporting and attending Planning Committees once per month in person

Key Requirements:

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in Planning Law preferred
• Proven ability to advise at senior level, including engagement with elected members and senior officers
• Confident working autonomously and able to hit the ground running
• Previous experience handling politically sensitive matters

Working Arrangements:

• Approx. 20 hours per week (with some flexibility depending on workload)
• Flexible working hours
• Fully remote role, with the exception of monthly evening Planning Committee attendance

If you have relevant experience and are seeking a flexible, well-supported role within Local Government, please contact Ebby Vallance or Felicity Woodbridge at localgovlegal@venngroup.com to find out more.