Are you a skilled and motivated lawyer with a passion for planning and environmental law? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Lawyer (Planning) to join our Legal and Democratic Service, reporting to the Principal Lawyer - Planning, Regeneration & Property. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive legal team, providing high-quality legal advice and support to a range of stakeholders.
About The Role
As a Lawyer (Planning), you will be responsible for:
- Providing legal advice and support on planning, regeneration, and property matters
- Advising on planning applications, appeals, and enforcement issues
- Drafting legal documents, including agreements, notices, and correspondence
- Representing the Council at planning inquiries and hearings
- Working collaboratively with other teams and services to achieve positive outcomes
You will be part of a dedicated team of professionals, working together to deliver excellent services to our local community.
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:
- Qualified solicitor, barrister, or chartered legal executive with relevant legal qualifications
- Experience in providing legal advice on planning and environmental law
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and case law
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently and manage a diverse caseload
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Team player with a collaborative approach to working
If you are passionate about planning law and want to make a positive impact in your local community, this role is perfect for you.
Benefits
West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:
- Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-21.00
- Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office
- Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
- Generous Local Government pension scheme
- Family friendly policies
- A range of local discounts
- Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
- You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 29 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years&© service.
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
This post is a Sensitive Post for the purpose of the Local Government Housing Act 1989 and the post-holder is therefore restricted from engaging in any prescribed political activities. In summary, this means that you are prohibited from holding political office and from involvement in any political activity within or outside the workplace. Full details of the restrictions can be found in the Council&©s Policy and Guidance on Politically Restricted Posts.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah House on 01635 519569 or email
[email protected] .
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Equal Opportunities
The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
How To Apply
Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.
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