Senior Lawyer - Planning (LAG102) Band K (SCP 36 - 40) £45,718 - £49,764 per annum 37 hours per week Payment of Professional Fee, Flexible Working Arrangements We are currently recruiting for a Senior Planning Lawyer and are seeking a suitably experienced lawyer (solicitor, barrister or legal executive) with experience in planning law, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Stafford Borough Council and Cannock Chase Council operate a shared in-house legal service. The legal service is based at Stafford, but some travel to our Cannock office will be required as and when needed. The post also has the benefit of flexible and hybrid working. This is a great opportunity to join a friendly and dedicated team of lawyers involved in a wide variety of legal work and focussed on providing excellent support to both of our councils. As one of our Senior Lawyers, you will have the opportunity to become involved across the legal function, including the supervision of other team members, but with a particular focus on the provision of legal advice and support in town and country planning work. If this sounds like the job for you, we look forward to receiving your application. For further information and to apply, please visit our website at: https://www.staffordbc.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers Closing date for completed applications: Sunday 30 th March 2025 Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 7 th April 2025