Planning and Highways Solicitor

Planning and Highways Solicitor needed in Sutton in Worcester Paying  £35 per hr ref 1731897

Full time hours on a temporary basis

Key Responsibilities

Legal Casework & Advisory

• Manage a diverse caseload covering contentious matters, planning and highways (both contentious and non-contentious), and general corporate issues
• Provide clear, practical, and commercially focused legal advice to internal stakeholders
• Conduct legal research on complex issues affecting the organisation and associated bodies

Advocacy & Litigation

• Act as an advocate across various forums, including courts, tribunals, and public inquiries
• Prosecute, pursue, or defend claims, including common law matters and debt recovery cases
• Represent the organisation in hearings, ensuring robust and effective case presentation

Governance & Support

• Support the delivery of a comprehensive legal service to senior stakeholders and operational teams
• Assist with proceedings and legal processes arising from organisational activity
• Provide legal input and support for governance processes, including meetings and decision-making structures

Strategic & Operational Contribution

• Contribute to service improvement initiatives and organisational “best value” processes
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across legal, operational, and administrative functions
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and regulatory requirements

•  If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number. 

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