Senior Commercial Property Solicitor

Panoramic Associates Limted; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment agency is seeking a Principal Property Solicitor (Locum) to join a local authority's legal services team in the South East. This role offers remote working and a flexible work schedule. Candidates should be qualified solicitors with at least 3 years of PQE in commercial property law. The position includes managing a complex caseload, drafting legal documents, and providing legal advice on various property matters.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with an active practising certificate in England and Wales.
• Minimum of 3 years' PQE in commercial property law.
• Strong understanding of local authority legal frameworks.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Qualified Solicitor with active practising certificate

3+ years’ PQE in commercial property

Strong understanding of local authority legal frameworks

Ability to work autonomously

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 their legal services team. This position offers a unique opportunity to join a well-regarded legal department in a high-impact role.

• 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 2-3 weeks

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage a complex caseload of local authority property matters independently
• Draft and negotiate leases, licences, 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-use sites
• Deal with CPSC inquiries and assist 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 manage a busy caseload with minimal supervision

If interested, please click apply or contact Georgia Macmenemey at 07748 8889497 or via email for more details.

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