Planning Lawyer

Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our Public sector client for Qualified Solicitors / Barristers with circa 3+ years PQE to take on the role of Planning Lawyer for 6 - 12 months. This is a hybrid working role needing 60% onsite in Westminster.This is a varied advisory role combining Planning and environmental law advice, Public law / judicial review risk, Policy development and legislation support as well as high-profile casework.You will provide advice on:Planning decisions (including called-in decisions and appeals)Planning reform and legislation (including SIs)Infrastructure and major development projectsLegal risk and potential challenge (including JR)Key ResponsibilitiesProvide pragmatic, risk-based legal advice on planning, environmental and public law mattersAdvise on major infrastructure and development projects (e.g. energy, transport, regeneration)Support policy development and legislative change, including drafting secondary legislationAdvise on judicial review risk and litigation strategyWork closely with policy officials and stakeholders across governmentDeliver clear, timely advice in a fast-paced, high-profile environmentEssential ExperienceWe''re seeking candidates who can offer:Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (Circa 3+ PQE)Strong planning law experience (private practice, public sector or equivalent)Experience across infrastructure, major projects or complex developmentsExposure to environmental law / EIA / regulatory frameworksExperience ..... full job details .....