Role OverviewWe are seeking a dedicated and skilled Legal Officer to join our dynamic legal team. In this role, you will provide expert advice and guidance on property matters to the Homebuy and Property Compliance teams, contributing to the successful delivery of the council’s objectives and priorities.As a Legal Officer, you will have the opportunity to shape and deliver high-quality legal support, ensuring the council’s values and behaviours are embedded in all that we do. You will work collaboratively with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders to help build a sustainable and highly effective organisation, enhancing the council’s reputation for delivering exceptional value to residents.Key ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will:
1. Prepare legal documents and provide advice in areas including Right to Buy, lease extensions, collective enfranchisement, licences for alterations, Discount Market Sale, Private Sector Leasing, and routine acquisitions of land.
2. Manage the creation and discharge of mortgages.
3. Assist lawyers with investigations of property titles and first registration of title.
4. Contribute to the procedural aspects of compulsory purchase orders.
5. Develop, update, and maintain standard and non-standard legal documentation.
6. Provide support in drafting legal advice and documentation for routine matters related to Planning, Highways, or Licensing.
7. Offer exceptional client care, en...