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Principal Lawyer who is a qualified (England/Wales) Solicitor / Barrister / Legal Executive and has extensive PQE (post-qualification experience), experience in Highways and Planning Law and excellent staff management and leadership skills is required for is required for a well-established organisation based in Wokingham.SALARY: 63,778 - 69,823 per annum + BenefitsLOCATION: Hybrid role working part from the office in Wokingham (RG40) and part from homeJOB TYPE: Full-Time, PermanentWORKING HOURS: 37 hours per weekJOB OVERVIEWWe have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Principal Lawyer whois a qualified (England/Wales) Solicitor / Barrister / Legal Executive and has extensive PQE (post-qualification experience), experience in Highways and Planning Law and excellent staff management and leadership skills.As the Principal Lawyer you will lead on planning-related legal matters, providing crucial legal advice to support the organisations work in shaping the future of Wokingham. This pivotal role will include leading a team of legal professionals, providing expert legal advice and especially support in the crucial area of planning and development. Working as the Principal Lawyer you will be responsible for implementing a consistent, corporate approach to legal advice and acting as an expert advisor in respect to the law, best practice and procedure. You will manage the relevant legal team in delivery of legal advice and guidance.DUTIESYour duties as a Principal Lawyer will include:To be a member of the LIGS Leadership Team taking a proactive role in ensuring that (i) the organisations vision, values and objective are met and (ii) the service plan is understood and delivered, both in accordance with the law and best practiceBe the professional expert and act as lead advisor for relevant area of expertise within relevant legal teamLead, manage and motivate the legal team to deliver high performance and lead on management and strategy Deputise for Head of Legal & Information Governance Services, including advising members and officers in public and private meetings, and reviewing and clearing officer reports and briefing notes to the Senior Leadership Team, the Executive, Committees/Sub-Committees and the organisationTo attend the Organisation, Executive, Committees and other member meetings in person when requested by the Head of Legal & Information Governance Service or Assistant Director GovernanceCANDIDATE REQUIREMENTSQualified Lawyer in England/Wales Solicitor / Barrister / Legal ExecutiveExtensive PQE (post-qualification experience)Demonstrate expertise in Planning Law and practiceGood working knowledge and experience of Highways LawManagement, supervision and helping others developMust be open to technical change and innovationGood working knowledge and experience of Local Government Law is desirableAdvise Planning and other Committees is desirableBENEFITSGenerous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank HolidaysExcellent local government pension schemeUse of a free onsite gymSalary sacrifice, car & cycle to work schemesA range of local & lifestyle discountsEmployee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helplineAnd much more!APPLY TODAYBy submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.JOB REF: AWDO-P13134Full-Time, Permanent Legal Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Wokingham, Berkshire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.AWD-IN-SPJJBRP1_UKTJ