Senior Commercial Property Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Commercial Property Solicitor (Locum) to join a local authority's legal services team in Bristol. The role offers the flexibility of remote work and a competitive rate of up to £58 per hour. Candidates must be qualified solicitors with at least 3 years' PQE in commercial property law and a strong understanding of local authority legal frameworks.

Qualifications

• Must have active practising certificate in England and Wales.
• Strong understanding of local authority legal frameworks required.
• 3+ years of PQE in commercial property law necessary.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Managing complex property caseloads

Drafting and negotiating leases

Understanding local authority legal frameworks

Independent work

Education

Qualified Solicitor with active practising certificate

3+ years' PQE in commercial property law

Job description

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Senior Commercial Property Solicitor, Bristol

Client:

Panoramic Associates

Location:

Bristol, 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 - South East

Panoramic Associates is working with a South East-based local authority seeking a Locum Principal Property Solicitor to join their legal services team. This role offers a high-impact opportunity within a collaborative and well-regarded 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)
• Working Pattern: Remote work available
• Start Date: ASAP - within the next 2-3 weeks

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage complex local authority property caseloads independently
• Draft and negotiate leases, licences, transfers, agreements, and legal documents
• 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
• Address CPSC inquiries and assist under s123 of the Local Government Act 1972
• Support colleagues within the property legal team

Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor with an 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 with minimal supervision

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