Locum Planning Lawyer – October Start – 6-12 Months Maternity Cover – Midlands – Up to £60 per hour Umbrella

Venn Group's specialist Public Sector Legal team are currently recruiting for a Locum Planning Lawyer to join a well-regarded Local Authority in the Midlands on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a small and friendly legal team, advising on a broad range of planning matters within a supportive environment.

This opportunity would also be ideal for any permanent Planning Lawyers currently on a notice period who are looking to make the move into the locum market, for an attractive long-term assignment due to begin in October 2026.

Role Details:
Position: Locum Planning Lawyer
Working Arrangement: Full Time (37 hours per week across a minimum of four days), Remote working with monthly planning committee attendance
Duration: 6–12 months maternity cover, commencing October 2026
Rate: Up to £60 per hour Umbrella
Duties may include:

• Providing planning law advice to officers and Members
• Drafting and negotiating Section 106 Agreements
• Attending and advising at evening Planning Committees in the Midlands
• Advising on a broad range of planning law matters
• Delivering clear and practical legal advice to support the Council's Planning Service

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate
• Previous Local Government Planning Law experience
• Experience drafting and negotiating Section 106 Agreements
• Confidence attending and advising at Planning Committees
• Ability to work independently whilst supporting a collaborative legal team

Job Reference: J96951

For more information, please contact Louise Francis or Ebby Vallance on 07441 916438, or email midlandslegal@venngroup.com.

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 applicant. 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 – October Start – 6-12 Months Maternity Cover – Midlands – Up to £60 per hour Umbrella