Lawyer Property Team – x2 Roles available

Sussex Law Society; Falmer; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency is seeking two qualified lawyers to join their Property Team in Falmer. The role involves supporting housing buyback and development programmes as well as managing regeneration schemes. Candidates should have relevant conveyancing experience and excellent communication skills. This position offers a salary range of £38,626 to £49,764 plus an £8,000 market supplement, along with a comprehensive benefits package including flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Local government pension scheme

Annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer in England and Wales (barrister, solicitor or legal executive).
• Relevant commercial / development and residential conveyancing experience.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support housing buyback and development programmes.
• Assist with regeneration schemes and property management.
• Carry out transactions for Asset Management Strategy.
• Maximise property portfolio income.
• Participate in high-profile projects.

Skills

Client care

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Development and residential conveyancing experience

Education

Qualified lawyer in England and Wales

Job description

Lawyer Property Team – 2 Roles Available

Brighton & Hove City Council – Governance & Law Directorate

Location: Hove

Salary: £38,626 – £49,764 plus £8,000 Market Supplement

Contract: Permanent and Fixed Term (2‑year)

Hours: Full Time (37 hours/week) or Part Time (minimum 28 hours/week)

Closing date: Apply by 29/06/2025. Interviews: Thursday 10 or Friday 11 July 2025.

Job Reference: orbis/TP/360190/45110

About the Role

We are recruiting two qualified lawyers to support the council’s housing buyback and development programmes, regeneration schemes and the asset management strategy. You will play a key role in carrying out transactions to maximise the council’s property portfolio income and support high‑profile projects such as the Sea Lanes Outdoor Swimming Pool, Kingsway to the Sea redevelopment, and the acquisition of new‑build apartment blocks for the council’s housing strategy.

Responsibilities

• Support housing buyback and development programmes.
• Assist with regeneration schemes and property portfolio management.
• Carry out transactions to implement the council’s Asset Management Strategy.
• Maximise property portfolio income.
• Participate in projects, including swimming pool and redevelopment initiatives.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer in England and Wales (barrister, solicitor or legal executive).
• Relevant commercial / development and residential conveyancing experience.
• Excellent client care, communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to develop and learn within the role.
• Public sector work experience desirable but not essential.

Benefits

The council offers a comprehensive benefits package including flexible working arrangements, a local government pension scheme, annual leave plus bank holidays, and employee discount benefits.

Diversity and Inclusion

We take diversity and inclusivity seriously and are committed to building a service that reflects the community we represent. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Application

For an informal discussion, please contact Hannah Bassett – Senior Property Lawyer ([e-mail]).