Property Lawyer — 3-Month Public Sector Contract

Civic Recruitment Limited; Surrey Heath; On-site; GBP 89,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a qualified solicitor/barrister/CILEX to provide high-quality property law advice to a local authority on a 3-month contract. The role involves drafting and negotiating property documents, managing complex transactions, and supporting strategic legal objectives.

Applicants should have substantial property law experience in public sector settings, with the ability to mentor junior staff and work with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in property law within public sector or complex organisations.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage a full and varied caseload of property law matters.
• Provide clear, expert legal advice to stakeholders including senior management and external partners.
• Draft, review and negotiate legal documents relating to property transactions and agreements.
• Conduct or manage advocacy where required.
• Support development and implementation of legal strategies and procedures.
• Identify legal risks, trends and opportunities with proactive solutions.
• Contribute to organisational objectives by delivering efficient legal services.
• Assist in reducing reliance on external legal providers.

Skills

Property law

Public sector experience

Legal advisory

Education

Qualified Solicitor/Barrister/CILEX

England & Wales practising certificate

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a qualified solicitor/barrister/CILEX to provide high-quality property law advice to a local authority on a 3-month contract. The role involves drafting and negotiating property documents, managing complex transactions, and supporting strategic legal objectives.

Applicants should have substantial property law experience in public sector settings, with the ability to mentor junior staff and work with senior stakeholders.