Property Solicitor Interim

The company
This local council is a forward-thinking local authority committed to deliveringhigh-quality legal services to support its communities. As part of the LegalServices team within the Resources Directorate, you'll be joining a supportiveand professional environment that values collaboration, innovation, and publicservice excellence.

The role
Asa Property Lawyer, you'll manage your own caseload and provide expertlegal advice and support on a wide range of property-related matters. Yourresponsibilities will include:

• Handling residential acquisitions, lease renewals, and title queries
• Advising on statutory residential property matters, including Council charges
• Managing Land Registry applications and related documentation
• Supporting commercial and residential property transactions
• Advising on local government law in relation to property development
• Drafting complex legal documents and liaising with internal and external stakeholders

What you'll need to succeed
To besuccessful in this role, you'll need:

• To be a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a current practising certificate
• Strong experience in property law
• A solid understanding of commercial and residential property transactions
• Experience advising on local authority property matters is highly desirable
• Excellent communication, drafting, and negotiation skills
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

What you'll get in return

• Flexible working options - remote, hybrid, or office-based
• A part-time schedule that supports work-life balance (22 hours over 3 days)
• The opportunity to contribute to meaningful public sector work
• A collaborative and supportive legal team environment

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