Description
We are seeking a Deputy Principal Lawyer (Property & Planning) to play a key role in supporting the leadership of our Property, Planning and Regeneration team.
As Deputy Principal Lawyer, you will provide expert legal advice on a diverse and high-profile portfolio of commercial property, housing delivery, regeneration and planning matters.
Responsibilities:
- Provide legal input to committees and represent the Council in court when necessary
- Advise senior officers, elected members and key stakeholders on significant transactions and strategic projects
- Oversee and support a team of lawyers while managing your own complex caseload
- Help shape policy, influence decision-making and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, responsive legal services
Requirements:
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (FILEX) admitted to practise in England and Wales
- Substantial post-qualification experience in commercial and residential property transactions, regeneration and exposure to some planning policy and transactional work
- Strong technical expertise, excellent drafting and advisory skills and a proven ability to manage complex and high-value legal matters
- Experience of supervising or developing others is desirable
Benefits:
- Leave entitlement of 31 days + bank holidays
- Potential hybrid working opportunities
- Health and wellbeing support
- Generous local government pension scheme
- Range of discount schemes across leisure and culture
Salary: GBP 66,078 - 69,807 per year
This is a full-time, permanent role with a hybrid working arrangement.