Senior Lawyer (Commercal Property) - Wokingham (Local Authority role) Contract role Hourly rate negotiable 37 hours per week It is envisaged the placement will be at least 6 months, likely to be extended Working primarily remotely but must be able to attend the office if needed. (Postcode: RG40 1BN) A Senior Property Lawyer is needed to be the main Legal Resource on our programme of disposal of Council Property Assets. You will need at least 5 years PQE in Commercial Property. No previous local Government experience is necessary but would be an advantage. You will need to be able to work as part of the Property Law Team, reporting to the Council's, Senior Commercial Property Solicitor and work closely with other Council officers from other Departments to deliver the project, notably the Assets Transformation Lead - Commercial Property. The Project involves the disposal of various Council assets over the next 12 - 18 months potentially including disposals subject to occupational leases or disposals where advice on securing vacant possession, may be required. And will require skills such as : drafting bespoke property contracts; knowledge of restrictions and restrictive covenants; drafting TP1s and TR1s; knowledge of easements and rights of way; dealing with purchasers due diligence enquiries; and ability to negotiate and take instructions. If you have any questions about this role or wish to apply, please contact isobel@deekay.co.uk who will respond at the earliest convenience.