Job Description
About The Role:
***This is a temporary post working for a minimum of 12 weeks. This is a hybrid role working 2 days in the office and 3 days at home. ***
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Conveyancing Officer to join our Legal Services team. Reporting to the Principal Lawyer – Property & Contracts and the Legal Services Manager, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality and efficient legal service across a broad range of conveyancing, property, and contract matters.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an "available immediately" legal professional with significant experience in residential and commercial property law to manage a varied caseload and contribute to the success of our legal operations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage a mixed caseload including Right to Buy transactions, leasehold reversions, licences, lease renewal notices, boundary enquiries, and epitomes of title.
* Handle property disposals and acquisitions on behalf of the Council, including registered and unregistered titles.
* Draft and manage commercial lettings, business leases, licences to assign, rent reviews, and notices under the Landlord and Tenant Acts.
* Prepare agreements for residential properties, including tenancies and licences.
* Liaise with the Finance team on high-value transactions.
* Draft deeds of rectification, easements, wayleaves, release of covenants, and planning agreements under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.
* Conduct land registry searches and prepare reports on title.
* Provide legal advice and research on property and land law matters to internal clients.
* Attend internal meetings and advise on property-related issues.
* Use legal software systems to produce documentation based on stored precedents.
* Collaborate with key stakeholders including external solicitors, counsel, internal departments, and councillors.
* Provide cover and support for the Legal Support Officer as required.
* Promote equality in the workplace and in service delivery.
About You:
* Significant legal experience in conveyancing and property law, ideally within a busy legal practice.
* Strong knowledge of land law and contract law.
* Excellent drafting and analytical skills.
* Ability to manage a varied and complex caseload independently.
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Proficient in legal software and document management systems.
Are You Ready To:
* Be part of a supportive and professional legal team.
* Work on meaningful projects that impact the local community.
* Enjoy a collaborative work environment with opportunities for development.
If so email me today! Needing someone to start on the 19th August 2025...