Lawyer - Planning & Highways

Role Responsibility

KCC's in-house legal team is an innovative and ambitious legal service which has recently expanded, and we are looking for enthusiastic lawyers, who are committed to supporting our clients, to join our Planning & Highways Team. We are a friendly and dedicated team, investing in staff through training and development and offering interesting and varied work across a full range of planning, highways and related disciplines.
This is an exceptional opportunity to undertake varied, high-quality work with like-minded and supportive colleagues who are dedicated to public service and making a difference to local communities.
The successful candidate(s) will undertake a caseload of planning and /or highways matters which may include drafting s106 agreements and unilateral undertakings, s38 and s278 agreements, dealing with land related matters for highways improvements works (including licences and easements required to facilitate highways works), advising on a range of planning and highways matters including planning appeals, enforcement, traffic regulation, stopping up orders, public rights of way and village greens, providing prompt, clear and accurate advice. You will also commission external advice where appropriate to assist in the delivery of the Council's services and priorities.

The successful candidate(s) will have previous experience in either planning or highways law and will be passionate about teamwork. Candidates with experience in related legal disciplines such as property/land law or local government law who would like to develop into a new area will also be considered. Good client care skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with others is essential.
Benefits
Flexible working arrangements including hybrid or remote working and agile hours.
Generous annual leave allowance - starting at 29 days (pro-rate for part time positions)
Local Government Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Staff discounts for goods at major brands and retailers