Residential Property Lawyer

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Hounslow; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-established Local Authority in South West London is seeking a motivated Residential Property Lawyer for a part-time role. The position involves providing legal advice on residential development, handling plot sales, and ensuring compliance in transactions. This opportunity offers flexible hybrid working arrangements with office attendance required two days a week.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential conveyancing and development plot sales.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in case management systems.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Providing expert legal advice on residential conveyancing matters.
• Handling residential development plot sales and advising clients.
• Ensuring legal compliance in various development projects.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Job description

Service Care Legal is recruiting on behalf of a well-established Local Authority in South West London, seeking an experienced and motivated Residential Lawyer to join our dynamic legal team on a part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a strong background in residential conveyancing and development plot sales. As a key member of the team, you will advise clients on all aspects of residential development, including acquisitions, disposals, lease extensions, and the variation of restrictive covenants.

Role:

Residential Property Lawyer

Location:

South West London

Rate:

£45.00 to £50.00ph umbrella (£44.51ph PAYE inc. holiday pay, £39.72ph exc. Holiday pay)

Contract:

3 months ongoing, 35 hours per week

Please note this role requires office attendance 2 days per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing expert legal advice on residential conveyancing matters, including acquisitions, disposals, lease extensions, and variation of restrictive covenants.
• Handling residential development plot sales and advising clients on all related aspects of the transaction.
• Supporting residential transactions and ensuring legal compliance in a variety of development projects.
• Working with clients to navigate the complexities of residential development, including negotiations and drafting documents.
• Using case management systems for the effective management of cases and accurate time recording.

Desirable Experience:

• Experience in dealing with new developments and plot sales.
• A background in advising on local authority land dealings (although this is not essential).
• A private practice background is also welcomed for the right candidate.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in case management systems and time recording tools.

Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage a varied caseload.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a collaborative team.
• Good organisational skills and a proactive approach to workload management.

Working Arrangement:

• Part-time role (2 days per week in the office).
• Hybrid working with the flexibility to balance in-office and remote work.

If this Residential Property Lawyer role sounds like an opportunity of interest, please contact Lloyd Stanley at 01772 208969 or email [e-mail]. We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.