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Highways & Planning Lawyer

Company:ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD
Salary:£55 - £55
Hours:Full-time
Location:Reigate, RH2 8EF
Working pattern:On-site
Job type:Contract
Posting date:17 Jul 2026
Closing date:16 Aug 2026
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Summary

Highways & Planning Lawyer needed in Reigate Paying  £55 per hr  ref 134804

Full time hours on a temporary basis

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide expert legal advice on planning, highways, and related local government matters.
  • Draft, negotiate, and complete a range of legal agreements, including:
    • Section 106 Agreements
    • Section 38 and Section 278 Agreements
    • Highway dedication and stopping-up orders
    • Infrastructure and development agreements
  • Advise on planning applications, appeals, enforcement actions, and judicial review matters.
  • Represent the organisation in negotiations, meetings, tribunals, and court proceedings where required.
  • Support regeneration, housing, and infrastructure projects from inception through to completion.
  • Manage a varied caseload independently while delivering excellent client service.
  • Assist in developing legal policies, procedures, and best practice guidance.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number. 

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared

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