Locum Planning Lawyer –– Up to £60 per hour umbrella – Initial 3+ months – South East England – Remote Working
Venn Group’s specialist Legal team are currently recruiting for a Locum Planning Lawyer to join a reputable Local Authority in the South East on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity to support a busy legal team with a variety of Planning matters.
The Role:
Position: Locum Planning Lawyer
Duration: Initial 3 months with strong likelihood of extension
Rate: Up to £60 per hour umbrella
Working Pattern: Full Time or Part Time, Remote working (occasional office presence desirable but not essential)
Key Responsibilities:

• Advising on Planning matters including s.106 agreements, enforcement matters, s.73 queries, and lawful development certificates.
• Acting on behalf of the Council’s clients and providing clear, pragmatic legal guidance.
• Supporting the team with an increased workload while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and procedures.

Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with experience in planning law.
• Previous experience in Local Authority planning teams is highly desirable.
• Strong drafting, advisory, and stakeholder management skills.
• Confident in managing a varied caseload and delivering clear, pragmatic solutions under tight deadlines.

For further information, or to apply for this role, please contact Philippa Stoate or Ebby Vallance on 07441 916438 or email localgovlegal@venngroup.com.
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates.
Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to provide feedback to all applicants. If you have not been contacted within 48 hours, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
 
Locum Planning Lawyer –– Up to £60 per hour umbrella – Initial 3+ months – South East England – Remote Working