Locum Planning Lawyer

  • Venn Group
  • Apr 29, 2026
Contractor Legal

Job Description

Locum Planning Lawyer - Full-Time - Remote Working - 3+ Month Contract - Up to £60 per hour umbrella

Venn Group's specialist legal team are currently recruiting for a Locum Planning Lawyer to join a well-regarded Local Authority on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity to gain further experience within a established Local Authority.

The Role:

Working Arrangement: Full Time, Remote Working

Rate: Up to £60 per hour umbrella

Start: As soon as possible

Role Responsibilities:

  • Liaising with internal departments, Officers, and Senior Stakeholders
  • Providing legal advice on a range of planning matters, both routine and complex
  • Supporting the Principal Lawyer on complex and high-value matters
  • Ensure compliance with relevant planning legislation and regulatory frameworks

Candidate Requirements:

  • Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive (or equivalent) with experience in Planning Law
  • Experience working within Local Government or the public sector is highly desirable
  • Strong drafting and negotiation skills, particularly in relation to S106 Agreements
  • Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders

For further information, or to apply for this position, please contact Phoebe Maries or Ebby Vallance on , or via email at

Job Reference: J94822

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all candidates.

Due to the high volume of applications, it is not possible to provide feedback for every applicant. If one of the team has not contacted you within 48 hours, then please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Locum Planning Lawyer - Full-Time - Remote Working - 3+ Month Contract - Up to £60 per hour umbrella