Property Lawyer at Civic… · Surrey…

3-month contract position with a local authority

Summary

• This is a 3-month contract position with a local authority, aimed at providing high-quality, timely, and effective legal advice, representation, and support on a wide range of property-related matters. The role ensures compliance with relevant legislation, enabling the organisation to operate lawfully and efficiently. Additionally, it contributes to the management and development of legal services, supporting strategic objectives, reducing reliance on external legal support, and delivering innovative, value-for-money solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full and varied caseload of property law matters, including complex and high-value transactions.
• Provide clear, expert legal advice to stakeholders, including senior management, committees, and external partners.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents relating to property transactions and agreements.
• Conduct or manage advocacy where required.
• Support the development and implementation of legal strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Identify legal risks, trends, and opportunities, providing proactive solutions.
• Contribute to organisational objectives by delivering efficient and high-quality legal services.
• Assist in reducing reliance on external legal providers.

Essential Experience Required

• Substantial experience in property law, ideally within a public sector or complex organisational environment.
• Experience managing a varied caseload with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrable experience in supervising or mentoring junior staff.

Essential Qualifications Required

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX.
• Eligible to practise in England and Wales with a current practising certificate.
• Degree in Law or equivalent professional qualification.

Additional Information

• We work on a bi-weekly schedule.
• The role closes on 21st June 2026, apply ASAP.