Job Description

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of commercial and local authority property work, providing practical and solution-focused legal advice to internal departments and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities will include:

* Managing a diverse caseload of property matters on behalf of the Local Authority

* Advising on commercial property transactions including acquisitions, disposals, leases, licences, easements and wayleaves

* Supporting regeneration, development and infrastructure projects

* Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of legal documents and agreements

* Advising on landlord and tenant matters

* Assisting with property aspects of planning, highways and governance matters where required

* Providing clear and pragmatic legal advice to officers, members and senior stakeholders

* Attending meetings remotely and working collaboratively with internal departments

* Ensuring work is carried out in line with local government legislation and policies

Candidate Requirements

* Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with relevant property law experience

* Previous experience within a Local Authority or public sector environment is desirable

* Strong knowledge of commercial property and local government law

* Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload independently

* Excellent drafting, communication and stakeholder management skills

* Comfortable working remotely and managing priorities autonomously

Benefits

* Fully remote working

* Varied and interesting caseload

* Opportunity to work within a supportive local government legal team

* Flexible working arrangements

* Competitive rate/salary depending on experience