Property Legal Officer

Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local authority in England is seeking an experienced Property Legal Officer to handle a variety of property-related legal matters. This hybrid role offers flexibility with remote work, requiring only one day of attendance in the office per month. Ideal candidates will have a law degree and relevant experience in local authority settings, making this an excellent opportunity for professional growth within the legal property sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in handling property legal matters.
• Background in local authority settings preferred.
• Strong understanding of Right to Buy, Lease Extensions, and Enfranchisement.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal property matters including Right to Buy and Lease extensions.
• Process Collective enfranchisement and Licenses for alterations.
• Oversee Acquisitions of land.

Skills

Property Law

Legal Research

Negotiation

Education

Law Degree or Equivalent Qualification

Job description

Property Legal Officer

London Borough Council

Hybrid, 1 day a month in the office

£25 - £36 umbrella per hour

Sellick Partnership are working with a London-based Local Authority seeking an experienced Property Legal Officer / Senior Paralegal.

This role will be offered on an initial 3-month basis, with a strong likelihood of extension. Majority of the role can be worked remotely, with office attendance required once per month. The rate on offer is up to £36 umbrella but there may be some flexibility for someone experienced in property matters within local authority.

The role entails carrying a caseload of legal property matters including but not limited to:

• Right to Buy
• Lease extensions
• Collective enfranchisement
• Licenses for alterations
• Acquisitions of land

The client is ideally looking for someone with experience of working within a local authority setting, but experience in all of the above areas from a private sector background may also be considered. The successful candidate must have obtained a law degree, or equivalent qualification.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a property background who is keen to also expand their knowledge into Highways, Planning & Licensing.

If you believe you have the necessary skills for this opportunity, please apply as soon as possible.

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