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LAW Absolute
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blackburn, lancashire, United Kingdom
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Posted:
28.06.2025
Expiry Date:
12.08.2025
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Job Description:
Location: Blackburn (office-based)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Overview:
A leading UK organisation is seeking a skilled Senior Legal Counsel to play a key role in its growing legal function. This position is ideal for a property lawyer looking to broaden their in-house experience while working on high-value real estate matters and cross-functional legal projects. You’ll join a commercially driven team where legal input is central to strategic decision-making.
The Role:
As Senior Legal Counsel, you’ll be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of legal work, with a focus on real estate transactions and broader commercial activity. The position offers autonomy, variety, and the opportunity to engage directly with stakeholders across the business.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Leading on title investigations and preparing detailed due diligence reports
* Drafting and negotiating property-related agreements, including leases, licences, and purchase contracts
* Advising on legal issues arising in infrastructure and utility projects
* Supporting M&A and other corporate transactions with property components
* Maintaining compliance with real estate regulatory requirements
* Contributing to commercial, litigation, and data protection matters as needed
* Overseeing work carried out by external counsel
* Providing mentorship and support to junior legal team members
What we’re looking for:
* A qualified solicitor in England & Wales with at least 5–6 years’ PQE
* Solid background in commercial real estate, including transactional and development work
* Confident handling a wide range of agreements, including those relating to leasing, sales, and site infrastructure
* Commercially minded with a proactive, collaborative approach
* Previous in-house experience is welcome but not essential
Benefits & Culture:
* Competitive salary and discretionary bonus
* Flexible working hours with a supportive work-life balance ethos
* Extensive retail and hospitality discounts
* On-site facilities including café, parking, and prayer space
* Access to employee wellbeing programmes and legal/financial advice
* Structured training and development pathways
* Salary sacrifice pension scheme
* This is a fantastic opportunity for a legal professional ready to make a long-term impact in a progressive and people-focused organisation.
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