C Posted byRecruiterLegal Counsel - Property Litigation Qualified Solicitor - England and Wales Perm Reading | Hybrid (2-3 days per week onsite) You must be eligible to work in the UK without the need for Sponsorship The Legal Property Team providesmercially focused and efficient legal solutions together with risk management support across all areas of the business. The team is responsible for a range of activities including: Delivering robust and legally sound site agreements while ensuring contract managementernance across all disciplines Dispute resolution and risk management Supporting the broaderpany on all aspects of property acquisition, disposal and estate management.
The Role:
The Legal Property Team providesmercially focused and efficient legal solutions together with risk management support across all areas of the business. The team is responsible for a range of activities including:
Delivering robust and legally sound site agreements while ensuring effective contract management;
ernance across all disciplines;
Dispute resolution and risk management; and
Supporting the broaderpany on all aspects of property acquisition, disposal and estate management.
What you’ll do:
You’ll lead onplex property litigation and regulatory issues, supporting thepany's Legal Property team and wider business functions. This includes managing significant disputes in various courts and tribunals, advising on health and safety incidents andpliance ( Building Safety Act, ICNIRP), and navigating planning and public law challenges.
Key responsibilities:
Act as escalation point for high-value property litigation and site access disputes
Advise on regulatory matters including H&S, asbestos, fire safety, and telspliance
Manage public law issues and planning enforcement, liaising with authorities
Deliver concise, risk-based legal advice to stakeholders
Develop legal workflows, training, and know-how resources
Oversee external legal suppliers, ensuring quality and value
Provide strategic support onernance, policy, and shareholder engagement
What we’re looking for:
Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)
Experience in property law and litigation (Landlord & Tenant Act 1954)
Strongmercial awareness and ability to manage high-pressure caseloads
Excellentmunication, organisational, and collaborative skills
Eager to learn and lead in evolving legal areas
Nice to have:
Tels property law and Electronicmunications Code knowledge
In-house or portfolio litigation experience
Familiarity with H&S, building and fire safety legislation
Understanding of O, DSIT, and related regulatory bodies
Job ID Legal Counsel - Property Litigation