Lawyer (Planning)

Grade H - £47,181 - £51,356 pa subject to 15% market supplement for three years.

37 hours per week

Substantive

Join Us - Grow as a Leader in One Legal

Are you an ambitious lawyer seeking a dynamic and challenging environment? Do you thrive on learning opportunities and possess a 'can do' approach? If so, come and join our large, friendly team at One Legal.

We are a shared legal service for four councils in Gloucestershire, offering a unique opportunity for lawyers to work on a varied caseload, from single extensions up to developments of 10,000+ dwellings.

At One Legal, we pride ourselves on our collaborative and inclusive environment, providing exposure to different political groups, government models and constitutions. We provide excellent legal advice and are committed to improving outcomes for our clients. The diverse experiences you encounter will help you reach your full potential as a lawyer and leader.

• Local Government Pensions Scheme - one of the best employer contribution rates.
• Flexible and hybrid working, with two office days per week to support work/life balance.
• Exceptional Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7.
• 25 days' annual leave, increasing at 5 and 10 years, plus public holidays, extra statutory day, and flexi time.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and experience in a supportive and progressive environment.
• Relocation package for lawyers upwards, up to £8K.
• Convenient office location close to the M5 with free parking
• Potential career progression
• 20% discounted membership at the local leisure centre

For an informal discussion, please contact or call .

Closing Date: 14th December 2025

Proposed Interview Date: 8th/9th January 2026

This role is within One Legal. One Legal was launched in November 2009 and staff are employed by Tewkesbury Borough Council but One Legal is a shared legal service between Cheltenham and Tewkesbury Councils with Gloucester City and most recently Stroud District joining us in 2020. One Legal enjoys a greater pool of expertise and an improved skills base than could be retained individually by the four partners. This enables One Legal to successfully support the varied and complex legal work arising from the Councils' challenging business agendas.

Find out more about us and the benefits of working for us.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The council is committed to promoting equality of opportunity; we welcome applications from all sections of the community.