Full time | County Hall, Glenfield (hybrid working available)

Leicestershire County Council has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Planning and Highway Lawyer to join its supportive and well‑established Environment & Property legal team.

This role is ideally suited to a lawyer with a strong background in planning and development law who is looking to work on a high‑quality, varied and influential caseload. You will play a key role in advising senior officers and elected Members on complex planning and highway matters that directly shape growth, infrastructure and communities across Leicestershire.

The post holder will provide specialist legal advice on a wide range of planning issues, including planning committee work, major development proposals, section 106 obligations, enforcement and appeals. Highways and infrastructure matters form part of the role where they support planning and development activity.
We welcome applications from candidates with local authority or private practice experience, who are confident advising at Member level, comfortable attending planning committees, and able to provide clear, practical and solution‑focused legal advice.

Why join us?

• A planning‑focused role with meaningful involvement in development and infrastructure projects
• Regular exposure to planning committees and strategic decision‑making
• A supportive and collaborative legal team with strong professional leadership
• Genuine commitment to flexible and hybrid working and work/life balance
• Opportunities to mentor and support colleagues, commensurate with experience

The Environment & Property Team comprises a mix of experienced lawyers and support staff and offers a positive, inclusive working environment where professional development is encouraged.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

Katy Jobanputra
Team Leader – Environment & Property
Tel: 0116 305 6055
Email: Katy.Jobanputra@leics.gov.uk