Property Lawyer

Service Care; Maidstone; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Service Care Legal in Kent is recruiting a Property Lawyer for a contract role in commercial property, largely remote with a 20-hour week. The position supports a Local Authority, working with the Property & Regeneration team to deliver council projects.

The ideal candidate is a qualified solicitor, barrister, or CILEX with strong commercial property experience and public-sector exposure, capable of remote case management and advisory duties.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, CILEX, or equivalent.
• Strong commercial property experience.
• Public sector/local authority experience desirable.
• Ability to manage cases independently.
• Proficient in remote working arrangements.
• Strong communication and advisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of commercial property matters including: acquisitions and disposals, leases and licences, easements.
• Provide pragmatic legal advice to senior officers and elected members.
• Support the Property & Regeneration team to meet council objectives.
• Work independently and efficiently in a remote environment.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal standards and best practices.

Skills

Qualified solicitor

Barrister

CILEX

Equivalent

Job description

Property Lawyer - Commercial Property (Contract)

Are you an experienced Property Lawyer looking for an exciting contract opportunity within the public sector? Service Care Legal is recruiting a highly skilled Property Lawyer to join a Kent-based Local Authority on a predominantly remote basis. This role offers a challenging and rewarding environment, ideal for legal professionals with a background in commercial property law.

About the Property Lawyer Role

The Property Lawyer will be responsible for managing a diverse caseload of public-sector commercial property matters. Your expertise will be crucial in advising senior officers, elected members, and various council services. This role involves working closely with the Property & Regeneration team to support the Council's wider strategic objectives. With a flexible, part-time schedule of 20 hours per week, this contract offers an excellent balance of work and flexibility.

Key Responsibilities for the Property Lawyer

Manage a varied caseload of commercial property matters including:

• Acquisitions and disposals
• Leases and licences
• Easements

Provide pragmatic legal advice to senior officers and elected membersSupport the wider objectives of the Council's Property & Regeneration teamWork independently and efficiently in a remote environmentEnsure compliance with relevant legal standards and best practices

Candidate Requirements for the Property Lawyer Role

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, CILEX, or equivalent
• Strong commercial property experience
• Previous experience within a local authority or public sector (desirable)
• Ability to manage cases independently
• Proficient in remote working arrangements
• Strong communication and advisory skills

Benefits of the Property Lawyer Contract

• Competitive hourly rates: £55ph umbrella / £48.45ph PAYE incl. holiday pay / £43.23ph PAYE exc. holiday pay
• Initial contract length of 3 months, with potential extension
• Flexible, predominantly remote working arrangement
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to contribute to local government projects