In-House Legal Counsel – Property Development

Michael Page (UK); York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel in York and North Yorkshire. This role is pivotal in advising on land acquisition, drafting essential agreements, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws. The successful applicant will enjoy a competitive salary, company car or allowance, and extensive benefits including health care and life cover. Ideal candidates are solicitors with a strong background in affordable housing and planning law.

Benefits

Company car or allowance

Bonus scheme

Contributory pension

Health care

Life cover

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a solicitor or equivalent.
• Experience in section 106 and infrastructure agreements.
• Skilled in risk analysis and title reporting.

Responsibilities

• Advise on land acquisition and development agreements.
• Draft and negotiate planning and infrastructure agreements.
• Conduct property due diligence and risk assessment.
• Manage relationships with external legal providers.

Skills

Solicitor or equivalent legal executive

Experience in affordable housing sales

Skilled in property due diligence

Familiar with planning law

Strong communication skills

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel in York and North Yorkshire. This role is pivotal in advising on land acquisition, drafting essential agreements, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws. The successful applicant will enjoy a competitive salary, company car or allowance, and extensive benefits including health care and life cover. Ideal candidates are solicitors with a strong background in affordable housing and planning law.