Property Legal Officer

TN United Kingdom; Southend-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Local Authority is seeking a Property Legal Officer for a temporary role to support their Planning and Property team. The position offers hybrid flexibility and competitive pay, focusing on property law and legal documentation. Ideal candidates will have a Law degree and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Legal expertise and passion for property law.
• Knowledge in property law areas with willingness to expand.

Responsibilities

• Prepare key legal documents and provide legal advice.
• Manage cases from start to finish, collaborating with clients.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Law degree

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Property Legal Officer – Temporary (3 months) – £22.36 per hour – London/Hybrid

Are you a skilled legal professional looking for an exciting short-term opportunity to apply your expertise in property law? A leading Local Authority is searching for a Property Legal Officer to provide essential support to their Planning and Property team at their West London office.

Why this role?

• Make an Impact: Play a key role in shaping property-related legal decisions that affect communities.
• Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a balance of office and remote work (2-3 days on-site in Hammersmith).
• Competitive Pay: £22.36 per hour with the opportunity to gain valuable local government experience.

What You'll Do:

As a Property Legal Officer, you'll prepare key legal documents and provide expert legal advice across various areas, including:

• Right to Buy, lease extensions, and collective enfranchisement
• Licences for alterations, discount market sales, and private sector leasing
• Certificates of compliance, routine acquisitions, and registration procedures

You'll manage cases from start to finish, handling all matters from inception to post-completion while collaborating with clients and stakeholders.

What We're Looking For:

If you have legal expertise and a passion for property law, this could be the perfect role for you! The ideal candidate will have:

• A Law degree or equivalent qualification
• Knowledge in some of the areas listed above, with a willingness to expand expertise
• Local government experience (preferred but not essential)
• An understanding of Local Government law and a desire to develop skills in Planning, Highways, or Licensing
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
• Strong organizational abilities – able to prioritize and work independently

If you're ready to contribute your skills in a meaningful way, apply today! Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.