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ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD; Addlestone; Hybrid; GBP 69,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD is seeking an experienced Property Solicitor to join a busy legal team on a part-time basis. The role covers commercial property, open spaces, community assets and housing matters, with an opportunity to mentor juniors.

The position is hybrid, in Addlestone, with office attendance twice per week and a monthly team meeting. Excellent drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with a current Practising Certificate and valid SRA number.
• Strong experience in commercial property law and transactional work.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing a range of commercial property transactions, including leases, lease renewals, easements, wayleaves, disposals, and acquisitions.
• Advising on housing-related matters such as Right to Buy, Shared Ownership, lease extensions, and property acquisitions.
• Drafting and reviewing legal documentation and reports.
• Providing clear legal advice to stakeholders and supporting decision-making processes.
• Issuing First Homes Scheme certifications.
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the legal team.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Stakeholder mgmt

Independent handling

Education

Qualified Solicitor with SRA number

Job description

Contract: Part-Time (26 to 32 hours per week)

Rate: £50.00 to £54.45 per hour Umbrella (dependent on experience and agreed working pattern)

We are seeking an experienced Property Solicitor to join a busy legal team on a part-time basis. This role offers a varied caseload across commercial property, open spaces, community assets, and housing-related matters, alongside the opportunity to mentor junior colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a range of commercial property transactions, including leases, lease renewals, easements, wayleaves, disposals, and acquisitions.
• Advising on housing-related matters such as Right to Buy, Shared Ownership, lease extensions, and property acquisitions.
• Drafting and reviewing legal documentation and reports.
• Providing clear legal advice to stakeholders and supporting decision-making processes.
• Issuing First Homes Scheme certifications.
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the legal team.

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with a current Practising Certificate and valid SRA number.
• Strong experience in commercial property law and transactional work.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Working Arrangements

This is a hybrid role, with attendance at the Addlestone office ideally twice per week, including a monthly team meeting. Flexibility around working patterns can be discussed.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Property Solicitor looking for a flexible role within a collaborative and supportive legal team.

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Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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