Locum Property Lawyer

Role Details

Position: Locum Property Lawyer

Working Arrangement: Full Time, remote working

Duration: Initial 3 months with the possibility for extension

Rate: Up to £55 per hour umbrella

Start Date: As soon as possible

Duties may include:

• Provided expert legal advice to the Council on a broad range of property matters
• Draft, review, and negotiate leases, licences, transfers, easements, acquisitions, disposals, and other related matters
• Advise on landlord and tenant matters, regeneration, and development projects
• Undertake property due diligence, including title, searches, covenant, easements, and other legal matters
• Identify and manage leak risks, ensuring transactions comply with relevant legislation, Council procedures, and governance requirements
• Manage a varied caseload effectively, and provide timely and accurate legal advice

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive (or equivalent) with experience of Property Law
• Experience working within Local Government or the Public Sector is desirable
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders and teams