Planning and Highways Lawyer
GG-9

£46.84 Per Hour

Full Time

Contract

Northampton, Northamptonshire

Legal

Posted 10 hours ago

Expires In 29 Days

Job Description

Vox Consultants are hiring for a Planning and Highways Lawyer for a Local Authority based in Northamptonshire.
Please note, this is a Contract opportunity and only apply if you have the Right to Work in the UK and has relevant experience.

You will be:
  • Providing legal counsel to the council and its departments on planning and highway matters, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Drafting legal agreements, preparing and reviewing agreements like Section 106 agreements (developer contributions) and Section 278 agreements (highway improvements), ensuring they align with council policies and objectives.
  • Assisting with planning applications, advising on the legal side and address any potential challenge.
  • Representing the Council in public inquiries, hearings and appeals relating to planning and highways matters.
  • Advising on enforcement of planning conditions and highway regulations.
Benefits:
  • Fully remote, with attendance at the planning committee optional.
  • Competitive pay rate of £46.84 – pay rate negotiable.
  • Stable contract opportunity.
Essentials:
  • Law Degree is essential.
  • Completion of LPC or the Bar Training Course is required for the UK.
  • Admission as a solicitor or barrister is necessary.
  • Relevant work experience previously in the planning/ highways team for a Local Authority.
  • Right to work in the UK and don’t require a Visa Sponsorship.
Why Vox?
  • A Dedicated Consultant specialising in their Sector to ensure candidate satisfaction and matching you to the right role.
  • A smooth compliance and payroll system.
  • Access to niche opportunities.
 
Please contact Grace Gordon or alternatively grace.gordon@voxconsultants.com
  
If this isn’t the right role for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out for a confidential conversation.
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