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Locum Planning Lawyer (Committee Cover)

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Job ID:

39471

Practice Area(s):

Planning
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Posted:

29.05.2026

Employer type:

Local Authority

Employer Ref:

J95689

Salary:

55-60
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Job Description:

 
Locum Planning Lawyer (Committee Cover) – 6-10 hours per week – Midlands – Initial 3 Month Contract – Up to £60 per hour Umbrella


Venn Group’s specialist legal team are currently recruiting for a Locum Planning Lawyer to provide Planning Committee cover for a Midlands based Local Authority on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Planning Lawyer to join a supportive Local Authority legal team.


The Role:
Duration: Initial 3 months with likely extension thereafter
Working Pattern: Part Time, approximately 6–10 hours per week, reviewing reports remotely with in-person committee attendance
Rate: Up to £60 per hour Umbrella dependent on experience
Start: June/July Start


Role Responsibilities:
• Providing legal support in relation to Planning Committee matters
• Attending and supporting pre-meetings prior to Planning Committees
• Reviewing Planning Committee reports and associated documentation
• Advising officers and members on planning law matters and committee procedures
• Supporting with general planning law queries as required


Candidate Requirements:
• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with prior Local Authority Planning Law experience
• Previous experience supporting Planning Committees is essential
• Strong understanding of planning law and committee procedures
• Ability to work independently and provide pragmatic legal advice


For further information, or to apply for this position, please contact Louise Francis or Ebby Vallance on 07441 916438, or via email at midlandslegal@venngroup.com.


Job Reference: J95689


Venn Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates.


Due to the high volume of applications, it is impossible to provide feedback for every candidate. If one of the team has not contacted you within 48 hours, then please assume your application has been unsuccessful in this instance.


Locum Planning Lawyer (Committee Cover) – 6-10 hours per week – Midlands – Initial 3 Month Contract – Up to £60 per hour Umbrella
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Locum Planning Lawyer (Committee Cover)

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Job ID:

39471

Practice Area(s):

Planning
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Posted:

29.05.2026

Employer type:

Local Authority

Employer Ref:

J95689

Salary:

55-60
col-wide   

Job Description:

 
Locum Planning Lawyer (Committee Cover) – 6-10 hours per week – Midlands – Initial 3 Month Contract – Up to £60 per hour Umbrella


Venn Group’s specialist legal team are currently recruiting for a Locum Planning Lawyer to provide Planning Committee cover for a Midlands based Local Authority on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Planning Lawyer to join a supportive Local Authority legal team.


The Role:
Duration: Initial 3 months with likely extension thereafter
Working Pattern: Part Time, approximately 6–10 hours per week, reviewing reports remotely with in-person committee attendance
Rate: Up to £60 per hour Umbrella dependent on experience
Start: June/July Start


Role Responsibilities:
• Providing legal support in relation to Planning Committee matters
• Attending and supporting pre-meetings prior to Planning Committees
• Reviewing Planning Committee reports and associated documentation
• Advising officers and members on planning law matters and committee procedures
• Supporting with general planning law queries as required


Candidate Requirements:
• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive with prior Local Authority Planning Law experience
• Previous experience supporting Planning Committees is essential
• Strong understanding of planning law and committee procedures
• Ability to work independently and provide pragmatic legal advice


For further information, or to apply for this position, please contact Louise Francis or Ebby Vallance on 07441 916438, or via email at midlandslegal@venngroup.com.


Job Reference: J95689


Venn Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates.


Due to the high volume of applications, it is impossible to provide feedback for every candidate. If one of the team has not contacted you within 48 hours, then please assume your application has been unsuccessful in this instance.


Locum Planning Lawyer (Committee Cover) – 6-10 hours per week – Midlands – Initial 3 Month Contract – Up to £60 per hour Umbrella