Senior Commercial Property Solicitor

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

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Commercial Property Solicitor for a locum position in Colchester. The role offers up to £58/hour, with flexible part-time or full-time hours, and options for remote work. Candidates should possess an active practising certificate and have a strong background in commercial property, preferably with 3+ years of PQE. Immediate start available in a reputable local authority legal team.

Qualifications

• Active practising certificate in England and Wales required.
• Experience in managing a complex and varied caseload.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex and varied caseload of local authority property matters.
• Draft and negotiate leases and legal documentation.
• Provide legal advice on council-owned assets.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor

3+ years' PQE in commercial property

Understanding of local authority legal frameworks

Ability to work autonomously

Job description

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Senior Commercial Property Solicitor, Colchester

Client: Panoramic Associates

Location: Colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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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 to appoint a Locum Principal Property Solicitor to join their legal services team. This role offers a unique opportunity to step into a high-impact position 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: Can be offered remote
• Start Date: ASAP - ideally within the next 2-3 weeks

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage a complex and varied caseload of local authority property matters independently
• Draft and negotiate leases, licences, transfers, agreements, and other 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-use sites
• Deal with CPSC inquiries and assist in matters under s123 of the Local Government Act 1972
• Support colleagues across the property legal team

What We're Looking For:

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

If you are interested, please click apply to discuss the role and day-to-day duties in more detail, or contact Georgia Macmenemey at 077488889497 or via email.