Commercial Property Solicitor

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Greater Manchester; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A Local Authority in Greater Manchester seeks a Commercial Property Solicitor for a locum position lasting initially for three months with a possibility for extension. The role, starting immediately, pays £50 to £55 per hour via an Umbrella company. Ideal candidates will have recent experience in public sector contracts and a solid background in property law.

Qualifications

• Must have recent experience in a similar role.
• Experience in Commercial Property matters is essential.
• Competent in handling mixed caseloads of Commercial Property.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive legal advice in land and property law.
• Handle mixed caseload of Commercial Property matters.
• Draft legal documents like contracts and leases.

Skills

Drafting public sector contracts

Knowledge of public procurement frameworks

Advising on land and property law

Education

Qualified Solicitor

PQE

Job description

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We are currently working with a Local Authority in Greater Manchester, as they are looking for a Commercial Property Solicitor to join the team on a locum basis for an initial 3-months, with potential for extension.

The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis, and the hourly rate is between £50 - £55 p/hour via an Umbrella company (negotiable based on PQE).

The ideal candidate will have experience of drafting public sector contracts and agreements, with knowledge of public procurement frameworks and subsidy control.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Delivering comprehensive legal advice and legal work in the areas of land and property law and advice in relation to trusts, company law and charity law in the context of property matters
• Handling a mixed caseload of Commercial Property matters
• Drafting property related legal documents including but not limited to contracts, transfers, leases, licences, charges, and the drafting and presentation of reports as required
• Supporting development projects including drafting and completing conditional agreements for lease
• Providing detailed advice in all areas of freehold and leasehold property law and to carry out research when necessary
• Undertaking land and property transactions on behalf of the Council from inception to completion

Working hours:

• 37 hours per week
• Monday – Friday

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services and Government Administration

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