Lead Property Law Counsel (Hybrid, 5-Month)

Civic Recruitment Limited; Reigate; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible / Hybrid Working

Bi-weekly Pay

Strategic leadership role

Modern working environment

Job summary

Surrey County Council is seeking a seasoned Principal Property Lawyer to lead the Property Law division within its Legal Services team on a 5-month contract. The role involves managing a team, guiding complex property matters, and delivering cost-effective advice to senior officers and elected members.

The ideal candidate will have extensive post-qualification property law experience, strong leadership, and a track record in regeneration and development projects, with Lexcel accreditation

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX eligible to practice in England and Wales.
• Current practising certificate from the relevant regulatory body.
• Extensive post-qualification experience in Property Law.
• Proven experience in senior management or leadership roles.
• In-depth knowledge of Commercial Property, Land Transactions, Development Agreements, Regeneration Projects, Local Government Property Law.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and guide a team of lawyers and legal support staff in the Property Law service.
• Offer expert legal counsel on intricate property and local government issues.
• Facilitate major property transactions, acquisitions, disposals, and development projects.
• Spearhead service planning, transformation, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Assess legal risks and provide strategic guidance to senior officers and elected members.
• Manage resource allocation, staffing, and external legal expenditures.
• Ensure adherence to Lexcel standards and professional practice requirements.
• Formulate and execute operational plans in line with Council priorities.
• Cultivate strong relationships with clients, partners, developers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Represent Legal Services in corporate projects, boards, and strategic initiatives.
• Mentor and develop legal staff to promote service excellence and succession planning.

Skills

Leadership

Property Law

Regulatory Knowledge

Budget Management

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Qualified Solicitor/Barrister/CILEX eligible (England & Wales)

Practising certificate

Job description

Surrey County Council is seeking a seasoned Principal Property Lawyer to lead the Property Law division within its Legal Services team on a 5-month contract. The role involves managing a team, guiding complex property matters, and delivering cost-effective advice to senior officers and elected members.

The ideal candidate will have extensive post-qualification property law experience, strong leadership, and a track record in regeneration and development projects, with Lexcel accreditation