Senior Planning Solicitor
7 days ago
London
Role Purpose To provide professional/technical advice to officers, heads of department, colleagues and Councillors, in respect of planning, property and highway matters, in particular advising on major urban redevelopment projects, property acquisitions, public-private partnerships, appropriation and compulsory purchase orders Responsibilities Advice planning officers on major planning applications and redevelopment projects Advice officers on compulsory purchase and appropriation Attend planning committee and licensing hearings Where necessary, to assist the Head of Law and/or Assistant Director of Director with complex and high-profile matters relating to Planning or Property matters. To provide advice on the monitoring officer duties and on the risk to the Council in respect of any legal implications arising from matters dealt with by the team. Handle proceedings, public inquires, appeals and judicial reviews in the High Court, Court of Appeal and Tribunals Ensure that proper records are maintained relating to all work undertaken. To instruct Counsel and/or external solicitors in accordance with the Service’s protocol. Ensure your actions and decisions align with the Council’s declaration of a climate and ecological emergency. Requirements Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEX entitled to practice in England and Wales Experience of dealing with complex and/or high-profile Property and Regeneration...