Job Description
Solicitor – Property (with Planning Experience) Directorate: Legal and Democratic Services Reports to: Head of Law (Place) Responsible for: Property Law Contract Type: Inside IR35 Pay Rate: £450 per day (Umbrella) Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, hybrid working (2–3 days per week office-based) Location: London (with a local authority) Interviews: To take place at the earliest opportunity, with commencement thereafter Role As Property Solicitor you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective delivery of legal services within a culture of customer focus, continuous improvement, and service excellence. Working within Legal and Democratic Services, the Solicitor will provide high-quality professional and technical advice across all aspects of Property Law, including urban redevelopment, acquisition and disposal, public/private partnerships, and compulsory purchase orders, with cross-over expertise in Planning law. This role directly supports the council’s strategic priorities and will require the successful candidate to work collaboratively with colleagues, senior managers, elected members, partner agencies, and external stakeholders to achieve organisational objectives.
Responsibilities Manage a caseload of Property Law matters, including the provision of legal advice and the drafting and negotiation of legal documentation relating to property transactions. Assist the ...