As a Lead Lawyer advising officers and elected members, you will handle: * Section 106 & 278 Agreements * Planning & Highways Legal Advice * Public Inquiries & Planning Enforcement * Public Law & Rights of Way Why Apply? * Drive Local Change: Get direct, meaningful outcomes * Fast-Track Leadership: Expand your specialist expertise while building key management skills. What You Bring * Qualification: Solicitor (active practising certificate), Barrister, or CILEX Fellow. * Experience: Senior-level experience in Planning and/or Highways law (England & Wales). * Skills: Knowledge of (or strong aptitude for) Public Rights of Way and Local Government law