Serviced Care Solutions is working alongside a thriving local authority, based in Oxfordshire, which needs a Planning and Highways Lawyer to join their in-house legal team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a varied and high-profile caseload, supporting the Council’s strategic growth, infrastructure, and environmental goals.

ROLE: Planning and Highways Lawyer
LOCATION: Oxfordshire – hybrid
CONTRACT LENGTH: 3 months ongoing
RATE: £50-£55ph umbrella (depending on experience and interview performance)

Key Responsibilities of the Planning and Highways Lawyer role:

Advising on all aspects of planning and highways law, including development control, planning enforcement, section 106 and 278 agreements, public rights of way, and traffic regulation orders.
Support more junior members of the Planning and wider legal team.
Contributing to strategic projects, including major developments and local plan implementation.

Key Requirements:

A qualified solicitor, barrister or CILEX lawyer with solid experience in planning and/or highways law.
Excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills.
Strong problem-solving abilities and a practical, can-do attitude.

Benefits Included with the Planning and Highways Lawyer position:

Weekly pay
Hybrid working
Flexible hours

If this Planning and Highways Lawyer role sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, then please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on 01772208969 , or email Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk.

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

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