Senior Commercial Property Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in Belfast is looking for a Senior Commercial Property Solicitor (Locum) to manage property caseloads and draft legal documentation. This role offers flexible hours and the possibility to work remotely, providing you the opportunity to join a collaborative legal team. Qualified Solicitor status with 3+ years of experience in commercial property law is required. Pay is up to £58 per hour.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' PQE in commercial property law.
• Ability to manage complex property caseloads independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex local authority property caseloads independently.
• Draft and negotiate leases, licenses, and legal documentation.
• Provide legal advice on council-owned assets.

Skills

Commercial property law expertise

Local authority legal frameworks understanding

Independent caseload management

Education

Qualified Solicitor with active practising certificate

Job description

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Senior Commercial Property Solicitor, Belfast

Client:

Panoramic Associates

Location:

Belfast, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

Job Description:

Senior Commercial Property Solicitor (Locum) - Up to £58/hr - Remote - Belfast

Panoramic Associates is working with a Belfast-based local authority seeking to appoint a Locum Principal Property Solicitor to join their legal services team. This role offers a high-impact position within a collaborative legal department.

• Role: Principal Property Solicitor (Locum)
• Rate: up to £58 per hour (DOE, umbrella)
• Contract: Initial 3 months, rolling
• Hours: 26-37 hours per week (flexible, part-time or full-time)
• Work Pattern: Can be remote
• Start Date: ASAP, within the next 2-3 weeks

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage complex local authority property caseloads independently
• Draft and negotiate leases, licenses, transfers, agreements, and legal documentation
• Handle commercial lease management, property disposals, appropriations, and development agreements
• Provide legal advice on council-owned assets, including housing stock, charitable property, and community sites
• Assist with CPSC inquiries and matters under s123 of the Local Government Act 1972
• Support colleagues within the property legal team

Qualifications and Skills:

• Qualified Solicitor with active practising certificate in England and Wales
• 3+ years' PQE in commercial property law
• Strong understanding of local authority legal frameworks, including the Local Government Act
• Ability to work independently and manage a busy caseload

If interested, please click apply or contact Georgia Macmenemey at 077488889497 or via email for more details.