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I am working with a Local Authority based in Dorset who are looking for an experienced Planning Solicitor. The contract is an initial 7 month contract, with an opportunity to be extended.

The job role is to provide legal advice to the Councils and their officers on regulatory related issues (including planning, licensing, environmental health, housing, debt recovery) and such other matters as may from time to time be required.

Key responsibilities

  • To deal with regulatory related issues (including as appropriate litigation, RIPA, DPA and FOI issues) on behalf of the Councils
  • Drafting and approval of associated documentation
  • Attending committees and other meetings as necessary
  • Representing the Councils at Court or otherwise where required
  • Developing and maintaining positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders of the partner Councils

Skills:

  • A qualified solicitor (holding a practising certificate), or a barrister, or a legal executive with rights of audience
  • Extensive knowledge of law, relating to planning, environmental health and homelessness
  • Familiarity with IT systems including time management systems
  • Recent advocacy experience in the magistrates court and county court
  • Recent civil and criminal litigation experience

The rate is to be negotiated and dependant on the experience of the solicitor appointed.

The Local Authority are looking for someone to start as soon as possible.

If you are interested in this role, please do not hesitate to contact Amy on 02037954828, amy@park-avenue.co.uk and she can give you more information.

I have experience working with local authorities within the South West of England, should you be looking for other positions in this region please get in touch so we can discuss further!

Company

Park Avenue Recruitment specializes specifically and solely in helping Town Planning professionals secure their next career move.

We are working with public and private sector clients nationwide, and are keen to share our extensive network and established relationships with you, to provide a tailored, consultative and honest service.

As well as this, we are comprised of experienced and established consultants, so you can feel safe in the knowledge that you are placing your reputation, and job search, in safe hands.

Park Avenue focuses on recruiting for positions from Graduate to Director level on an interim and permanent basis in the following planning-based disciplines:

Development Management

Planning Policy

Planning Enforcement

Building Control

Urban Design

Conservation & Historical Buildings

S106/CIL

Economic Development

Interim Management

 

Whether you are considering a change, want to find a planning consultant to fit your needs, or simply want to have a chat, we are always happy to hear from you.

Amy Holt   - Planning Team Manager – 020 3795 4828

                    amy@park-avenue.co.uk

Liam South - South East England Specialist - 020 3795 4828

                        liam@park-avenue.co.uk

Billy Hiron - Midlands and the North Specialist - 020 3795 4828

                        billy@park-avenue.co.uk

Natasha Marriott - East England Specialist - 020 3795 4828

                        natasha@park-avenue.co.uk

Shannon O'Sullivan - South West England Specialist - 020 3795 4828

                        shannon@park-avenue.co.uk

 

 

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020 3795 4828
Location
Finsgate
57 Cranwood Street
London
London
EC1V 9EE
United Kingdom

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