Senior Commercial Property Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in High Wycombe is seeking a Senior Commercial Property Solicitor (Locum) to manage property matters within its legal services team. This role offers flexibility in working hours (26-37 hours per week) and a rate of up to £58 per hour. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years' PQE in commercial property and a strong understanding of local authority legal frameworks. The position can be remote, starting ASAP.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' PQE in commercial property.
• Experience in handling local authority property matters.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload independently.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong understanding of local authority legal frameworks

Ability to work autonomously

Drafting and negotiating leases

Management of commercial lease

Education

Qualified Solicitor with an active practising certificate in England and Wales

Job description

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Senior Commercial Property Solicitor, High Wycombe

Client:

Panoramic Associates

Location:

High Wycombe, 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're interested, please click apply or contact Georgia Macmenemey at 077488889497 or via email to discuss the role and day-to-day duties in more detail.