Job Description
Legal Officer (Property)
* Hourly Pay: £Negotiable
* Location: Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
* Job Type: Part-time
Join our Corporate Legal Team within the Legal Services (Governance) Department and contribute to providing high-quality legal advice focused primarily on property-related matters. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, has a strong understanding of property law, and is committed to supporting the efficient operation of local government legal services.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Property & Legal Work:
o Handle routine property transactions such as buying, selling, and leasing land or buildings.
o Manage other routine legal matters related to local government including statutory orders, environmental issues, and sectors like Adult Social Services and Education.
* Advice & Support:
o Provide clear and accurate legal advice across various areas of the Council’s work.
o Work closely with internal clients to deliver responsive and cost-effective services.
* Professional Practice:
o Stay updated with changes in law and local government practices.
o Utilize the legal team’s ICT systems effectively and deliver training to colleagues and other Council staff as required.
* Service Improvement:
o Assist in reviewing and improving systems, processes, and ways of working.
o Follow office procedures and provide statistical or management information when needed.
o Undertake additional tasks at a similar level within Legal Services as required.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Qualifications:
o Member of the Institute of Legal Executives (ILEX) or equivalent, or due to become a member within 6 months – Essential.
* Experience:
o Minimum of 6 months’ experience working as a practising lawyer – Essential.
o Experience in advocacy (Courts/Tribunals) – Desirable.
o Experience working within Local Government – Desirable.
* Skills:
o Ability to work well under pressure – Essential.
o Strong communication skills (written and verbal) – Essential.
o Ability to organise and prioritise workload – Essential.
o High-level legal skills – Essential.
* Knowledge:
o Understanding of property law and conveyancing processes – Essential.
o Knowledge of Land Registry procedures – Desirable.
* Personal Qualities:
o Confident and professional demeanor.
o Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
o Good awareness of equality issues.
o Commitment to modern, effective local government and continuous improvement.
o IT literate with a flexible and proactive (“can-do”) attitude.
Benefits:
* Competitive hourly rate.
* Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
* Opportunity to work within a dynamic team and contribute to significant projects.
* Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
To apply for this Legal Officer (Property) position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.