Senior Solicitor - Planning, Highways and LicensingLocation: Hammersmith and Fulham, LondonPay Rate: £400 per day (umbrella)Department: Chief Solicitor - Planning and PropertyReports to: Head of Law (Place)Contract Type: Temporary Full-time Agile Hybrid Working (Min. 2 days per week on site)About the RoleJoin our dynamic Planning, Highways and Licensing team as a Senior Solicitor, delivering expert legal support for Hammersmith and Fulham''s ambitious regeneration projects. You''ll advise on major urban developments, compulsory purchases, property transactions, and public-private partnerships while ensuring compliance with council priorities like climate and equality goals.This role demands sharp legal acumen to guide officers, senior leaders, and councillors through complex planning committees, licensing hearings, public inquiries, appeals, and judicial reviews.Key Responsibilities Advise on major planning applications, redevelopment schemes, compulsory purchase orders, and appropriations.Draft and negotiate complex planning agreements, highways agreements, and property documents.Attend and represent at planning committees, licensing sub-committees, public inquiries, and courts (High Court, Court of Appeal, Tribunals).Support the Head of Law on high-profile matters, including monitoring officer duties and legal risk assessments.Instruct Counsel/external solicitors per service protocols and maintain accurate records.Align all actions with the Council''s climate/ecological ..... full job details .....