Solicitor - Planning, Highways & Property

Halton Borough Council is seeking an experienced planning and highways lawyer to join our legal team on a locum basis. This role offers the opportunity to work on a varied caseload, supporting the council in delivering high-quality legal services across planning and highways matters.

The successful candidate will have proven expertise in drafting and negotiating planning obligations under section 106 agreements, highways agreements under section 278, and advising on matters relating to stopping at borders and associated highways issues. You will be comfortable providing clear, practical legal advice to internal clients and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

Key requirements

• Qualified solicitor, barrister or chartered legal executive with relevant practising certificate

• Strong knowledge of planning and highways law

• Demonstrable experience with section 106 and section 278 agreements

• Experience advising on stopping at borders and related highways matters

• Excellent drafting, communication and negotiation skills

• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload

This is a locum position offering -45 per hour. The role provides flexibility, professional challenge, and the opportunity to contribute directly to the delivery of important local projects.

Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.