Service Care Legal are seeking a Senior Property Lawyer to join a Bedfordshire-based local authority on a permanent basis. This role is key in managing a property law team and delivering high-level legal advice on complex commercial property matters.
ROLE: Senior Property Lawyer
SALARY: £49,498 to £53,578 per annum
LOCATION: Bedfordshire
Please note that this position would be hybrid working and 2 days per week in the office.
Key Responsibilities:
Day-to-day management of 3-4 staff members, allocating and overseeing workload
Lead on high-level and complex areas of commercial property law, including development projects, landlord and tenant matters, disposals, acquisitions, and conveyancing
Draft, negotiate, and interpret complex legal documentation for a variety of statutory and non-statutory agreements
Advise on legal matters related to education, residential, highways, charity law, and more
Ensure the Council's property interests are protected, income is secured, and statutory and procedural compliance is maintainedRequirements:
Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with a minimum of 3 years' PQE
Strong background in commercial property law within a public sector environment
Experience managing a property legal team
Proven ability to draft and interpret complex legal documents
Knowledge of local government and statutory regulations is advantageousBenefits:
Hybrid working model
Competitive salary and benefits
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