Property Lawyer

3-month contract position with a local authority

Summary

Responsibilities

• Manage a full and varied caseload of property law matters, including complex and high-value transactions.
  


• Provide clear, expert legal advice to stakeholders, including senior management, committees, and external partners.
  


• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents relating to property transactions and agreements.
  


• Conduct or manage advocacy where required.
  


• Support the development and implementation of legal strategies, policies, and procedures.
  


• Identify legal risks, trends, and opportunities, providing proactive solutions.
  


• Contribute to organisational objectives by delivering efficient and high-quality legal services.
  


• Assist in reducing reliance on external legal providers.
  

Essential Experience Required

• Substantial experience in property law, ideally within a public sector or complex organisational environment.
  


• Experience managing a varied caseload with minimal supervision.
  


• Demonstrable experience in supervising or mentoring junior staff.
  

Essential Qualifications Required

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX.
  


• Eligible to practise in England and Wales with a current practising certificate.
  


• Degree in Law or equivalent professional qualification.
  

Additional Information

• We work on a bi-weekly schedule.
  


• The role closes on 21st June 2026, apply ASAP.