Planning and Highways Solicitor Opportunities Are you an experienced legal professional seeking a thrilling opportunity that offers flexibility, career growth, and the chance to make a real impact? We are recruiting a Senior Solicitor or Staff Solicitor on a permanent full-time basis with knowledge of planning and highways law. If you are looking for excitement, where every day is different, and your role makes a huge impact on a local community... … This is it. Our Purpose North East Lincolnshire Council’s Legal Services team is a dynamic and integral part of the Council, playing a pivotal role in the successful implementation of the Council Plan and the achievement of organisational objectives. Legal Services have been fundamental in delivering vital projects within the borough including; Regeneration of Riverhead Square and St James Square within Grimsby Town Centre The redevelopment of Sea Road, Pier Gardens and Market Place, Cleethorpes The development of a new Transport Hub in Grimsby Town Centre Your Role We are seeking an experienced planning and highways Solicitor on a full time permanent basis to join our Legal Services team. No two days within the Council’s legal team are the same and you will have a large and diverse caseload including development projects linked to the Council’s dynamic regeneration program. Your main responsibilities will include: Providing expert advice to client departments and senior management on major regeneration projects within North East Lincolnshire; Providing expert advice to clients on a variety of planning and highways transactions including (but not limited to) agreements under s106 Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and s278 Highways Act 1980; Drafting and negotiating s106 agreements, traffic regulation orders, diversion orders and public path orders; Attending and advising at Planning Committees and Portfolio Holder meetings; Advising on enforcement of planning conditions and highway regulations; Delivering training to officers and Councillors, as appropriate; Serving as a mentor for junior team members; Advising on all matters within the relevant subject areas as well as governance and local authority specific issues. As a local authority solicitor, you’ll often be called upon to advise on a range of other issues and so an adaptable, flexible and solution focused approach is essential. Why join NELC’s Legal Team? Our team is a mix of experienced solicitors, senior legal officers, trainee solicitors, and legal officers, all working collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for our client departments and the Council. We offer: A supportive and friendly working environment High flexibility in working arrangements, including hybrid home and office working and flexi-time No traditional legal time-recording and billing Opportunities to work on high-value projects and gain insight into local government law and governance Development opportunities, including additional training, shadowing team members, and career progression About You You should be a qualified Solicitor, complying with the requirements of the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Local authority experience is desired but not essential. If you have the transferable skills the Council will commit to providing you with the restorative and supportive environment you need to succeed. If you want a challenge, a diverse caseload and to break away from traditional billing focused private sector work, this is the job for you! You will have significant experience in providing clear and concise legal advice and the drafting of commercial documents. You will have a high level of communication skills, be an adaptable and driven individual and be able to manage a fast-paced working environment. You are a dynamic and skilled individual with commercial experience who can apply their knowledge and skills and is open to a new challenge. Think you can make a difference? We want to hear from you. Your Application All applicants are advised to carefully read the information provided in the Role Profile and Person Specification. But note these are generic across Legal Services. If you require an informal discussion about the role please contact: Hannah Steer, 01472 324017, Simon Jones, 01472 324004, Eve Richardson-Smith, 01472 324159, Think you can make a difference? We want to hear from you. Key Dates Interview date: 27th June We want you to have the best interview experience with us, so will provide candidates selected for interview their questions 24 hours in advance of meeting us. As part of your RewardNEL package, you will have a generous leave entitlement (including bank holidays) and enrolment into a local government pension. You will also have access to our exclusive RewardNEL platform. This includes a variety of salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle2Work, Holiday Extra and Tusker (Car Lease), discounts at local coffee shops and bars, direct access to our inhouse wellbeing support, free and discounted local car parking as well as instant access to new savings at major retailers, entertainment, and hotels. NELC staff can also benefit from flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities and a Fostering friendly scheme. Do you need support? If you need any help applying for this position, please contact Wendy Trask on 07702 338542 (text or call). Wendy can support with digital access as well as offering advice and guidance about completing the different sections of the application form. Your earnings go further in North East Lincolnshire, house prices are four times less than in London. Learn more about what our place has to offer at #FindYourSpace Get to know us better Check out our and read about all the exciting new developments we have in the pipeline. We regularly review data to ensure our recruitment processes are fair, transparent and promote equal opportunities for all. We also have an in-house Equalities Champions Group that works to promote and embed in the workplace, helping us identify areas where we can take positive action, and make the organisation a safe space for colleagues to feel connected. North East Lincolnshire Council. Location : Lincolnshire, East Midlands, United Kingdom