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