Job Description
Allen Lane are supporting a Local Authority in the Essex area to fill their vacancy for a Locum Planning Lawyer. Responsibilities: * Delivering top-notch Legal Services to the Council and external clients concerning planning law and related areas, while meeting professional standards agreed upon by the service. * Handling a workload focused on planning law matters while also having a broad understanding of other legal work undertaken by the District Council. * Offering innovative solutions to support any council service changes and fulfill officer requirements effectively. * Providing timely guidance on various complex legal issues. * Safeguarding the interests of the service within the council as a whole. * Advising and assisting elected members appropriately. * Collaborating within the Legal and Democratic Services team, offering support and advice as necessary. * Qualifications * Admitted qualified solicitor or barrister with an understanding of local government; * Degree in law or equivalent degree and first time pass in Common Professional Examination (CPE) or Graduate Diploma (GDL) (Law conversions). * A current practising certificate or eligibility for a current practising certificate. This is a 6-month contract, paying £55/hr inside iR35