Principal Lawyer- Planning and Property

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Lawyer to lead on high‑profile property and planning matters within a forward‑thinking public sector legal team. This role is with an East London Borough and is being offered on a permanent basis.We are seeking a specialist legal professional with deep expertise in areas such as:Easements, wayleaves, leasehold extensions & enfranchisementRight to Buy transactionsPlanning and highways agreements (including S106 and S278)Compulsory purchase, appropriations & land acquisition/disposalLocal Government law and governanceThis senior role is ideal for someone who thrives on complex, high‑impact casework, providing authoritative advice to senior officers and councillors, and shaping strategic policy across a wide range of development and regeneration projects. Previous management experience is essential.The RoleLead and manage a specialist team of lawyers and legal officersAct as the organisation’s primary expert in property and/or planning lawHandle the most complex and high‑risk matters across the caseloadProvide advocacy at hearings, inquiries, tribunals, and courtsDraft, negotiate and finalise complex legal agreementsAdvise on governance, probity, policy development and legislative changesWork closely with internal departments, external partners, barristers, and consultantsSupport major projects, helping to protect financial and reputational interestsContribute to service planning, income generation and continuous improvementAbout YouYou will be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with:Significant experience in property law within a complex environmentStrong advocacy skills and confidence handling contentious mattersProven ability to supervise, mentor and develop legal colleaguesExcellent communication skills and a collaborative working styleA strategic approach, with the ability to assess risk and influence decision-makingUp‑to‑date knowledge of relevant legislation, case law and local government practiceYou will join a supportive, professional legal service where your expertise will be valued and your leadership will help drive excellence across the team. This is a great time to join a local authority that has recently gone through a period of transformation and modernisation.This is a hybrid working role with 2 days per week in the office. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Greater London
Job Type:
FullTime

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