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LAW-2026-0118

Highways and Planning Lawyer

Surrey County Council — Reigate, United Kingdom

💼 Full-time £48,698 – £60,898 / year 📍 Hybrid 📈 Mid-Senior level 🗓 Posted 21 Sept 2026
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Provide legal advice on highways and planning matters while supporting council teams on varied public-sector property and infrastructure issues.

About Surrey County Council

Surrey County Council provides local government services and manages public infrastructure, planning and community services across Surrey.

What you'll do

  • Advise on highways law
  • Handle planning law matters
  • Draft legal agreements
  • Provide advice to council teams
  • Manage legal casework
  • Support infrastructure-related matters

What we're looking for

  • Qualified solicitor or lawyer
  • Relevant public law or property experience
  • Strong drafting ability
  • Excellent legal research skills
  • Good stakeholder communication

Benefits

  • GBP 48,698-£60,898 annual salary
  • Permanent employment
  • Hybrid working
  • Local government pension
  • Career progression scheme

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